Pinning
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɪnɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Pinning is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of pin.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of pin.
More Meanings
- The action of the verb pin in any sense.
- A ceremony in which a pin badge is given.
- (physics) The establishment of the definite quantum state of a particle, or of the occupation number of a system of particles
Example Sentences
There were a variety of informal traditional activities that occurred in recognition of events such as birthdays, pinnings (when a member gave his fraternity pin to his girlfriend to acknowledge preengagement), and engagements.
Word Forms
- pinnings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stapled, fastened, place, anchoring, mooring, pinhold.
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