drawing pin

noun
UK /ˈdrɔːɪŋ pɪn/
US /ˈdrɔːɪŋ pɪn/

A drawing pin is a small pin with a flat top that you push into a board to hold paper.

She used a drawing pin to stick her picture on the wall.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A short nail with a broad flat head used for fastening.

He fixed the cloth with a drawing pin.

3. A small pointed object used to mark a spot on a map.

The teacher put a drawing pin on the map to show the city.

4. Something used to attach notes to a board temporarily.

The drawing pin held the reminder note in place.