nailer

English

/ˈneɪlɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • One whose occupation is to make nails; a nail maker.
  • One who fastens with, or drives, nails.
  • A nailgun.
  • A piece of dimensional lumber and/or plywood secured to the deck or wall which provides a receiving medium for the fasteners. (Sometimes referred to as blocking.)

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English nayler suffix from English nail.

Origin

English

nail

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