(n) :
the thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans and some other animals; a spike-shaped metal fastener used for joining wood or similar materials. The nail is generally driven through two or more layers of material by means of impacts from a hammer or other device. It is then held in place by friction
(v) :
to employ a nail as a fastener to join objects together; catch
"I really nailed that test."
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(n) :
the thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans and some other animals; a spike-shaped metal fastener used for joining wood or similar materials. The nail is generally driven through two or more layers of material by means of impacts from a hammer or other device. It is then held in place by friction
(v) :
to employ a nail as a fastener to join objects together; catch