English Explanatory Dictionary

split pin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A metal fastener with two tines, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place.
  2. A stationery fastener that is inserted into punched holes in a stack of paper before being bent to secure them.

Word forms

split pin split pins

Synonyms

cotter pin cotter key brad brass fastener butterfly clip paper fastener

Related words

rivet staple
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