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- [pinz]
- /pɪnz/
- /pɪn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [pinz]
- /pɪnz/
Definitions of pins word
- noun pins a number assigned to an individual, used to establish identity in order to gain access to a computer system via an automatic teller machine, a point-of-sale terminal, or other device. 1
- verb with object pins to fasten or attach with or as with a pin or pins: to pin two pieces of cloth together. 1
- verb with object pins to hold fast in a spot or position (sometimes followed by down): The debris pinned him down. 1
- verb with object pins to transfix or mount with a pin or the like: to pin a flower as a botanical specimen. 1
- verb with object pins Chess. to immobilize (an enemy piece) by placing one's queen, rook, or bishop in a position to check the exposed king or capture a valuable piece if the pinned piece were moved. 1
- verb with object pins Wrestling. to secure a fall over one's opponent. 1
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Parts of speech for Pins
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
pins popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
pins usage trend in Literature
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Top questions with pins
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