eightpenny nail

noun

A nail 2.5 inches (6.35 centimeters) in length.

Meanings

nouneightpenny nail (plural eightpenny nails)

plural eightpenny nails · alternative eight penny nail · alternative eight-penny nail

  1. datedA nail 2.5 inches (6.35 centimeters) in length.
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APA

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