English / word
nail
noun, verb B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The hard, protective plate at the end of each finger and toe in humans and other primates.; a small metal spike with a broadened flat head; part of finger or toe
a hard covering on the upper surface of the tip of the finger and toe
a small metal spike driven into wood or other material, or to fasten or fix something with nails
In context
01
Keep your finger nails clean and trimmed for good hygiene.
02
The carpenter hammered a steel nail into the wooden board.
Synonyms
pin,tack,attach
Antonyms
skin,flesh,detach
Collocations
nail clipper,nail file,nail polish