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nailing

The correct spelling is nailing.

How to pronounce nailing

verb

Say it like: Nay-lin-g

The correct spelling is nailing. 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.

noun

  1. 1.A mechanical fastening by means of nails.

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