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stick·pin

 (stĭk′pĭn′)
n.
A decorative pin worn on a necktie.
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stickpin

(ˈstɪkˌpɪn)
n
(Clothing & Fashion) the US name for tiepin
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stick•pin

(ˈstɪkˌpɪn)

n.
a straight pin with an ornamented head, used for holding an ascot or necktie in place.
[1900–05, Amer.]
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.stickpin - a decorative pin that is worn in a necktiestickpin - a decorative pin that is worn in a necktie
pin - a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment
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Translations

stickpin

[ˈstɪkpɪn] N (US) → alfiler m de corbata
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