nail
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The hard layer covering the tip of a finger or toe, or a small metal spike used to join pieces of wood.
Usage notes
Nail has two very different everyday meanings, so context matters.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He hammered the _____ into the wall to hang a picture."
Answer: nail
In your own words, what does "nail" mean?
The hard layer covering the tip of a finger or toe, or a small metal spike used to join pieces of wood.
Learn next at A1
- name The word or words used to identify a person, place, or thing.
- nap A short period of sleep, usually during the day.
- narwhal An Arctic whale with a single long, straight tusk that grows from its...
- naughty Behaving badly or disobediently, especially describing a child.
- navel The small mark or hollow in the middle of the stomach, left after birt...
- navy A very dark shade of blue.