hairpin

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Translations 1.4 Noun 1.4.1 Translations 1.5 See also

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

A compound of hair + pin. The adjective form recalls the tight bend characteristic of a hairpin.

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈheɪrpɪn/
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[edit] Adjective

hairpin (not comparable)

1. Characterized by an abrupt or extreme bend; shaped like a hairpin.

   Drive carefully. That road has a lot of hairpin turns.

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[edit] Noun

hairpin (plural hairpins)

1. A pin or fastener for the hair.

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[edit] See also

• barrette