Meaning of the word pins in English

What does pins mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pins

US /pɪnz/
UK /pɪnz/

Plural Noun

1.

short, thin pieces of metal with a sharp point at one end and a flat head at the other, used for fastening things together

Example:
She used several pins to hold the fabric in place.
The tailor kept a cushion full of pins on her desk.
2.

the legs of a person

Example:
My pins are tired after all that walking.
He's got strong pins from all the cycling he does.