Pin on

verb

Attach something to something else using a pin.

She pinned the badge on her shirt.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Attach something to something else using a pin.

Often appears as...

  • pin a badge on
  • pin a note on
verb

Blame or attribute something unfavorable to someone.

He tried to pin the blame on me for his mistakes.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Blame or attribute something unfavorable to someone.

Often appears as...

  • pin the blame on
  • pin a crime on

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

Rely on someone or something to achieve a particular result.

We can't pin our hopes on this plan alone.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Rely on someone or something to achieve a particular result.

Often appears as...

  • pin hopes on
  • pin expectations on
verb

Attach something to something else using a pin.

She pinned the badge on her shirt.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Attach something to something else using a pin.

Often appears as...

  • pin a badge on
  • pin a note on
verb

Blame or attribute something unfavorable to someone.

He tried to pin the blame on me for his mistakes.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Blame or attribute something unfavorable to someone.

Often appears as...

  • pin the blame on
  • pin a crime on

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

Rely on someone or something to achieve a particular result.

We can't pin our hopes on this plan alone.
Visual representation of "pin on" - Rely on someone or something to achieve a particular result.

Often appears as...

  • pin hopes on
  • pin expectations on
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "pin on"
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Physical Attachment

Used when actually attaching items with a pin; often involves clothing or a surface.

Illustration for Physical Attachment
He pinned his name tag on his coat.
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Temporary Affixing

Indicates a non-permanent action, you can later remove whatever's pinned.

Illustration for Temporary Affixing
She pinned the note on the board in case anyone came looking for her.
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Visible Placement

Used when you want the pinned item to be seen, like badges or decorations.

Illustration for Visible Placement
They pinned ribbons on the winners' shirts.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Attachment

Used when actually attaching items with a pin; often involves clothing or a surface.

Illustration for Physical Attachment
He pinned his name tag on his coat.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Temporary Affixing

Indicates a non-permanent action, you can later remove whatever's pinned.

Illustration for Temporary Affixing
She pinned the note on the board in case anyone came looking for her.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Visible Placement

Used when you want the pinned item to be seen, like badges or decorations.

Illustration for Visible Placement
They pinned ribbons on the winners' shirts.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Attachment

Used when actually attaching items with a pin; often involves clothing or a surface.

Illustration for Physical Attachment
He pinned his name tag on his coat.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Temporary Affixing

Indicates a non-permanent action, you can later remove whatever's pinned.

Illustration for Temporary Affixing
She pinned the note on the board in case anyone came looking for her.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Visible Placement

Used when you want the pinned item to be seen, like badges or decorations.

Illustration for Visible Placement
They pinned ribbons on the winners' shirts.
Visual representation of the word "Pin on"

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