Feminine

speld

Meaning

  1. (feminine) a pin (fastening device)
  2. (feminine) a brooch

Concepts

sewing pin

ballhead pin

bowling pin

Frequency

C2
Pronounced as (IPA)
/spɛlt/
Etymology

In summary

From Middle Dutch spelde, from older spelle, from Latin spīnula, diminutive of spīna.

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