pinhold

English

noun
Definitions
  • A place where a pin is fixed.
  • The attachment formed by pinning something in place.
  • An attachment mechanism made up of a small hole into which a pin is inserted.
  • (wrestling) A hold in which the opponent is pinned to the mat.

Etymology

Compound from English pin + English hold (game won by the server, hold an opinion, deem).

Origin

English

hold

Gloss

game won by the server, hold an opinion, deem

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