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Meaning of nails
The primary meaning of the word "nails" refers to the hard keratin-based structures at the tips of fingers and toes, or small metal fasteners used for joining things together.
Etymology of nails
The word "nail" originates from Old English "nægl", which is also the source of the Modern English word "nail".
The Old English "nægl" is derived from the Proto-Germanic "naglaz", which is also the source of the Modern German word "Nagel".
The Proto-Germanic "naglaz" is thought to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European "h3nogʷʰ-", which carried a meaning related to "nail" or "claw".
Synonyms
Definitions
- A small metal spike with a flat head, used for fastening pieces of wood or other materials together.
- * The hard keratin-based structure at the tip of a finger or toe.
- * To attach or fix something using nails.
Usage Examples
- She painted her nails a bright red color for the party.
- * He used nails to build a treehouse for his kids.
- * The carpenter nailed the boards together to create a sturdy frame.