pin down

Meanings

• Verb

  To hold or keep someone or something in a fixed position, often by using force.

  - "The police officer pinned down the suspect until backup arrived."
  - "The coach pinned down the athlete's leg to apply the ice pack."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pin down
drown , frown , town , wear-down

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Variants

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pin down , pinned down , pinning down , pins down

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Etymology

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The term 'pin down' is derived from the Old English word 'pinnan,' which means 'to prick' or 'to fasten with a pin.' Over time, the meaning evolved to include holding or keeping something in a fixed position.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pin down' is also used in the context of geology to describe the process of identifying the age of a rock layer by comparing it to other layers.

2. In the world of competitive eating, the term 'pin down' is used to describe the act of successfully consuming a large quantity of food in a short amount of time.

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Related Concepts

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1. restrain: Related concept: The act of preventing someone or something from moving or acting freely.

2. immobilize: Related concept: The act of making something unable to move or function.

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Culture

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In literature, 'pin down' is often used metaphorically to describe the act of identifying or explaining a complex concept or idea. In art, it can refer to the technique of securing a canvas or other artwork to a surface for painting.

How to Memorize "pin down"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine holding a heavy object in place with both hands.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pin down' with the image of a wrestler pinning their opponent to the ground.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Pin down, keep it down,' to help remember the meaning.

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