ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Nailer

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈneɪlɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Nailer is a noun meaning One whose occupation is to make nails; a nail maker.

Meaning

One whose occupation is to make nails; a nail maker.

More Meanings

  1. One who fastens with, or drives, nails.
  2. A nailgun.
  3. A piece of dimensional lumber and/or plywood secured to the deck or wall which provides a receiving medium for the fasteners. (Sometimes referred to as blocking.)

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include nailsmith, naileress, needler, nailist, gunmaker, nailcutter.

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