six penny nail

A form of sixpenny nail — A nail 2 inches (5.1 centimeters) in length.

Meanings

nounsix penny nail (plural six penny nails)

plural six penny nails

  1. alternativeAlternative form of sixpenny nail.
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APA

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Chicago

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