brass nail
The term 'brass nail' has both literal and slang meanings, ranging from a type of fastener to a term in Cockney rhyming slang.
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Definition
B2Woodworking
(technical)A small, slender fastener made of brass, used in woodworking or upholstery.
Example
- He used a brass nail to secure the fabric to the chair frame.
B2Furniture
(technical, decorative)A decorative fastener made of brass, often used for ornamental detailing in furniture or architecture.
Example
- The antique dresser was adorned with intricate brass nails.
C1Cockney Rhyming Slang
(slang, informal)A slang term for a prostitute, derived from Cockney rhyming slang.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "brass nail":
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