Nail – Meaning, Definition, Synonyms, and Antonyms
Nail is a noun in English. It usually means a small metal pin with a pointed end that is driven into something (like wood) to fasten or join materials.
Meaning:
A nail is a small, slender metal object, often with a pointed tip, used in construction or carpentry to fasten or join things together by being hammered into a surface.
Definition:
A metal pin with a pointed end, used for fastening materials together by being driven into a surface. The term can also be used more generally for a fastener that holds parts in place.
Etymology:
Nail entered English in Middle English (around the 12th–13th centuries). It comes from Old English nægel, related to words meaning a sharp metal point or fastener.
Example Sentences:
- She hammered the nail into the wood to secure the shelf to the wall.
- His nails were well-manicured and kept short for careful work.
- After studying all week, he nailed the final interview presentation without sounding nervous.
- They used a nail and a thin bracket to keep the frame steady on the door.
- I made a quick note about where the nail should go before I started drilling.
Nail Synonyms:
Nail Antonyms:
- screw
- bolt
- staple
- glue
- unfastened
- gnaw
