Nail

/nˈe‍ɪl/

/ˈneɪɫ/

Definitie & Betekenis van "nail"

to nail

WERKWOORD

spijkeren, nagelen

to attach something securely by using small pointed metal pieces

Transitive: to nail sth | to nail sth to a support structure

Example

The carpenter will nail the wooden boards together to construct the frame of the house.

They are nailing the fence panels for added security.

The carpenter has nailed the beams for structural support.

in de pocket hebben, onder de knie hebben

to easily succeed at doing something

Transitive: to nail a task or activity

Example

She nailed the interview and got the job on the spot.

Despite his nerves, he nailed the presentation and impressed the entire board.

With years of practice, she nailed the high notes in the song effortlessly.

to find or catch someone for doing something wrong or illegal

Transitive: to nail sb

Example

The detective finally nailed the suspect after months of surveillance.

The undercover agent was able to nail the smugglers in a sting operation.

The security cameras nailed the thief as he attempted to steal from the store.

to hit the ball forcefully and accurately

Transitive: to nail a ball

Example

With a swift swing, she nailed the tennis ball across the court, scoring a clean winner.

Despite the pressure, he managed to nail the crucial penalty kick, securing victory for his team.

The baseball player nailed the pitch, sending the ball soaring over the outfield fence for a home run.

vaststellen, bepalen

to clearly and unmistakably establish or identify something

Transitive: to nail sth

Example

The artist nailed every detail of the landscape, capturing its essence with stunning accuracy.

Despite the complexity of the problem, the engineer nailed the solution on the first try.

The journalist interviewed multiple sources and nailed the facts of the story before publishing it.

Nail

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

a small strong pointy metal that is inserted into walls or wooden objects using a hammer to hang things from or fasten them together

Example

He used a nail to secure the wooden boards in place.

The box of nails included various sizes for different projects.

She carefully hammered the nail to avoid splitting the wood.

nagel, vingernagel

the hard, thin layer on the upper surface of the tip of the finger and toe

What is a "nail"?

A nail is a protective structure composed of keratin located at the end of each finger and toe. It serves as a shield, covering the fingertip or toe, and acts as a barrier against potential damage and infection. Nails also contribute to tactile sensation and enhance sensitivity in the fingertips. They can grow and be trimmed, and their appearance can be influenced by various factors, including health and personal care habits. Understanding the anatomy and function of nails is important for maintaining nail health, hygiene, and overall hand and foot function.

Example

She painted her nails a bright red color to match her dress for the party.

His nails were neatly trimmed, and he always kept them clean and well-maintained.

She accidentally broke a nail while opening the box, but quickly fixed it with some glue.

duim, negen duimen

a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard