Meaning of the word pincushion in English
What does pincushion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pincushion
US /ˈpɪnˌkʊʃ.ən/
UK /ˈpɪnˌkʊʃ.ən/
Noun
1.
a small, firm cushion into which pins are stuck to keep them tidy and ready for use
Example:
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She kept her sewing needles organized in a pretty pincushion.
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The tailor reached for a pin from the velvet pincushion.
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2.
a person or thing that has been stuck with many sharp objects, resembling a pincushion
Example:
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After the battle, the shield was a veritable pincushion of arrows.
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His arm was a pincushion after all the blood tests.