hairpin

English

/ˈheɪɹpɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • A pin or fastener for the hair.
  • (biology) A kind of ribozyme; .
  • (mostly) A very tight bend in a road.
  • (music) An elongated v-shaped sign placed underneath a staff to indicate a crescendo

Etymology

Affix from English hair + English pin.

Origin

English

pin

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