nailing
verb
- 1
To fix (an object) to another object using a nail.
“He nailed the placard to the post.”
- 2
To drive a nail.
“He used the ax head for nailing.”
- 3
To stud or boss with nails, or as if with nails.
- 4
To catch.
- 5
To expose as a sham.
- 6
To accomplish (a task) completely and successfully.
“I really nailed that test.”
- 7
To hit (a target) effectively with some weapon.
- 8
Of a male, to engage in sexual intercourse with.
- 9
To spike, as a cannon.
- 10
To nail down: to make certain, or confirm.
noun
- 1
A mechanical fastening by means of nails.
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