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nail Definition and Meaning in English (nail definition)

noun
Synonyms:spiketack
Quick Answer • Definition

Nail definition: A small metal spike with a flat head, driven into wood or other material to fasten things together.

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Definitions of Nail

  1. 1noun

    A small metal spike with a flat head, driven into wood or other material to fasten things together.

  2. 2noun

    A horny plate on the dorsal surface of the tip of a finger or toe.

  3. 3verb

    To fasten or secure something with a nail or nails.

Example Sentences

“He hammered the nail into the wall.”

“She painted her fingernails red.”

“The carpenter will nail the planks together.”

Synonyms

Inflected Word Forms

past tensenailed
present participlenailing
pluralnails
agent nounnailer

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

hit the nail on the headidiom

To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

nail downphrasal_verb

To finalize or confirm something, or to identify precisely.

tough as nailsexpression

Very strong and resilient, both physically and mentally.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nail in English

What is the meaning of Nail in English?▼
Nail definition: A small metal spike with a flat head, driven into wood or other material to fasten things together.
How do you translate 'Nail' to English?▼
'Nail' translates to 'nail' in English. Nail definition: A small metal spike with a flat head, driven into wood or other material to fasten things together.
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