Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

split pin

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.13 in modern English

Syllables
split pin
IPA
12
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
1
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A metal fastener with two tines, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place.

noun

A stationery fastener that is inserted into punched holes in a stack of paper before being bent to secure them.

Inflected Forms

split pins (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

rivet staple

Synonyms

cotter pin cotter key brad brass fastener butterfly clip paper fastener

Questions

What does split pin mean?
A metal fastener with two tines, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place.

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