Associations to the word «Thumbtack»

Pictures for the word «Thumbtack»

Wiktionary

THUMBTACK, noun. 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
THUMBTACK, verb. (transitive) To fix or attach something with a thumbtack.

Dictionary definition

THUMBTACK, noun. A tack for attaching papers to a bulletin board or drawing board.
THUMBTACK, verb. Fasten with thumbtacks; "The teacher thumbtacked the notice on the bulletin board".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy