pin
//pɪn//
Noun
A thin, pointed piece of metal with a round head, used for fastening pieces of cloth or paper together.
She used a pin to hold the fabric in place while sewing.
A small brooch or badge worn as an ornament or symbol.
She wore a small flower pin on her jacket.
A metal peg or bolt used to join or secure things together.
The mechanic inserted a pin to hold the two metal parts together.
One of the wooden or plastic clubs set up as targets in bowling.
She knocked down all ten pins with one throw.
Verb
To attach or fasten something with a pin or pins.
She pinned the photo to the bulletin board.
To hold someone firmly in a position so they cannot move.
The security guard pinned the thief to the ground.
To attribute blame or responsibility to someone.
They tried to pin the blame on him.