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thumbtack

noun verb

A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a…

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Word length
9
Starts with
T
Ends with
K
Contains
HU
Scrabble score
22
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

/ˈθʌm.tæk/

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noun

  1. A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a wall or noticeboard.

verb

  1. To fix or attach something with a thumbtack.

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