safety pin

noun

: a pin in the form of a clasp with a guard covering its point when fastened

Examples of safety pin in a Sentence

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Photo: Getty Images The measuring tape scarf, the safety pin earrings, the frameless glasses… Tumblr would've gone bananas for this recent Doechii look. Ashliene McMenamy, Allure, 17 May 2025 There were loads of safety pins, fishnet, and spike heels on the carpet. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 1 May 2025 The athlete wore a black suited look embellished with safety pins, chains and more throughout. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 Apr. 2025 There, Hurley wore her iconic Versace safety pin gown, which made headlines at the time. Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for safety pin

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of safety pin was in 1847

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“Safety pin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safety%20pin. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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safety pin

noun
: a pin in the form of a clasp with a guard covering its point

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