safety pin
US /ˈseɪf.ti ˌpɪn/
UK /ˈseɪf.ti ˌpɪn/
1.
spilla da balia
a pin with a guard that covers the sharp point when it is closed, to prevent it from sticking into the wearer and to fasten it more securely
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She used a safety pin to fasten her skirt.
Ha usato una spilla da balia per allacciare la gonna.
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He attached the badge with a small safety pin.
Ha attaccato il distintivo con una piccola spilla da balia.