sixpenny nail

noun

A nail 2 inches (5.1 centimeters) in length.

Meanings

nounsixpenny nail (plural sixpenny nails)

plural sixpenny nails · alternative six penny nail · alternative six-penny nail

  1. datedA nail 2 inches (5.1 centimeters) in length.
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APA

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Chicago

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