jed

/dʒɛd/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, usually pointed piece of metal used as a fastener, typically with a sharp end.

“He used a jed to hang the painting on the wall.”

2. verb

To pierce or penetrate with a pointed object, especially a small metal spike.

“The fish was jed by the sharp hook.”

Synonyms

  • pin
  • spike

Antonyms

  • loosen
  • unpin