ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hairpin

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈhɛə.pɪn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Hairpin is a noun meaning A pin or fastener for the hair.

Meaning

A pin or fastener for the hair.

More Meanings

  1. (biology) A kind of ribozyme; hairpin ribozyme.
  2. (music) An elongated horizontal v-shaped sign placed underneath a staff to indicate a crescendo or decrescendo.
  3. (chiefly attributive) A very tight bend in a road; a hairpin bend.

Example Sentences

The variety of angles in the course, from slow bends to hairpins, will both test your skill as a driver and allow you the opportunity to pass other carts.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include pin, bay, hatpin, hairgrip, bobbypin, tiepin.

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