split pin
English
Noun
split pin (plural split pins)
- A metal fastener with two tines, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place.
- A stationery fastener that is inserted into punched holes in a stack of paper before being bent to secure them.
Synonyms
- (metal fastener): cotter pin (US), cotter key (US)
- (stationary fastener): brad, brass fastener, paper fastener
Translations
metal fastener
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stationary fastener
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