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US/neɪl/
UK/neɪl/
the hard thin layer on a finger or toe, or a thin pointed metal pin hit into wood
In context
She paints her nails a different color every week.
He hammered a nail into the wall and hung the picture.
Stop biting your nails; it is bad for your teeth.
Words that go with nail
verb + noun
- bite your nailsTry not to bite your nails during the exam.
- cut your nailsRemember to cut your nails before the interview.
- hammer a nailHe hammered a nail into the board.
- paint your nailsYou can paint your nails before the party.
adjective + noun
- rusty nailBe careful not to step on a rusty nail.
- long nailsLong nails make typing difficult.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I need to cut my nail.Correct: I need to cut my nails.