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Thumbtack

/ˈθʌm.tæk/

A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a wall or noticeboard.

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noun
  1. 1

    A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a wall or noticeboard.

verb
  1. 1

    To fix or attach something with a thumbtack.

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