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pincushion

pin·cus·hion

UK/ˈpɪnˌkʊʃn̩/ US/ˈpɪnˌkʊʃ(ə)n/ uncommon

noun

1.

a small stiff cushion into which pins are stuck ready for use

Origin

The noun is derived from pin + cushion. The verb is derived from the noun.

Phrases

  • ornamental pincushion
  • pincushion cactus
  • pincushion coneflower
  • pincushion corner
  • pincushion distortion
  • pincushion doll
  • pincushion flower
  • pincushion hakea

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