nailer

/ˈneɪlər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or machine that nails, especially one who or that which drives nails into wood or other material.

“The carpenter used a nailer to attach the roof beams.”

2. noun

A device that automatically drives nails into wood or other material, especially a pneumatic or electric tool.

“The nailer made the task of assembling the bookshelf much easier.”

3. verb

To attach or fasten with nails.

“The workers nailed the planks together to form the floor.”

Synonyms

  • nailer
  • nailer gun
  • nailing machine

Antonyms

  • unfastener
  • unsealer