Thumbtack
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈθʌm.tæk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thumbtack is a noun meaning (transitive) To fix or attach something with a thumbtack.
Meaning
(transitive) To fix or attach something with a thumbtack.
More Meanings
- (Canada, US) A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a wall or noticeboard.
Example Sentences
You say that I'm broke my nigga, how is that? Bitch I'm stickin to this paper like a thumbtack
On the particle-board partition that separated his cubicle from the next, Paul had thumbtacked things that might inspire him […]
Word Forms
- thumbtacks
- thumbtacking
- thumbtacked
Synonyms for thumbtack
Depending on context, synonyms include pushpin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pushpin, tack, tintack, tacket, tingle, tiepin.
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