Background for nailing

nailing

/ˈneɪlɪŋ/

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verb

To fix (an object) to another object using a nail.

Examples :

"He nailed the placard to the post."

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verb

To drive a nail.

Examples :

"He used the ax head for nailing."

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verb

To stud or boss with nails, or as if with nails.

Examples :

"She was nailing the leather strips to the wooden shield, creating a decorative pattern. "

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verb

Examples :

"The police were nailing the suspect as he tried to escape over the fence. "

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verb

To expose as a sham.

Examples :

"The journalist was praised for nailing the politician's false claims about job creation. "

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To accomplish (a task) completely and successfully.

Examples :

"I really nailed that test."

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To hit (a target) effectively with some weapon.

Examples :

"The baseball player was nailing every pitch during batting practice. "

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verb

Of a male, to engage in sexual intercourse with.

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verb

To spike, as a cannon.

Examples :

"Seeing the enemy approaching, the retreating soldiers started nailing the cannons to prevent them from being used against their own forces. "

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To nail down: to make certain, or confirm.

Examples :

"The meeting was supposed to be about a new project, but the boss nailed down the key deadlines. "

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noun

A mechanical fastening by means of nails.

Examples :

"The carpenter's nailing of the wooden frame was quick and efficient. "

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