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nailed

The correct spelling is nailed.

How to pronounce nailed

verb

Say it like: Nay-led

The correct spelling is nailed. To fix (an object) to another object using a nail. For example: "He nailed the placard to the post."

Usage Examples

He nailed the placard to the post.

He used the ax head for nailing.

I really nailed that test.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To fix (an object) to another object using a nail.
  2. 2.To drive a nail.
  3. 3.To stud or boss with nails, or as if with nails.
  4. 4.To catch.
  5. 5.To expose as a sham.

adjective

  1. 1.Having nails (often of a specified kind).

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