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    Épingle (en. Pin)

    /e.pɛ̃ɡl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small pointed object used to fasten fabrics or other materials.
    She used a pin to close her coat.
    Elle a utilisé une épingle pour fermer son manteau.
    A hairpin used to secure hairstyles.
    He needs a hairpin for his hairstyle.
    Il a besoin d'une épingle à cheveux pour sa coiffure.
    A safety pin, used to close garments or to hold objects together.
    He fastened his papers with a safety pin.
    Il a attaché ses papiers avec une épingle de sûreté.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'epingler', from Latin 'pinna' meaning a feather or a pin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be on a pin
    To be in an uncomfortable or precarious situation.
    être sur une épingle
    Safety pin
    A specific type of pin that is secure for attaching objects.
    épingle de sûreté
    Diaper pin
    A curved pin used to keep clothing in place.
    épingle à nourrice

    Related Words

    Staple
    Small object used to hold together sheets of paper.
    agrafe
    Brooch
    Jewelry that attaches to clothing.
    broche
    Fastener
    Object used to fix or bind elements together.
    attache

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to a delicate situation.
    He is in a pin situation, he needs to act quickly.
    Il est dans une situation d'épingle, il doit agir vite.
    Said of a person who is critical towards another.
    He's a real pin to nitpick.
    C'est un vrai épingle à chicaner.