nails

[US]/[neɪlz]/
[UK]/[neɪlz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.fingernails or toenails; metal fasteners used to hold things together; a small, thin piece of metal used to fix a flat tire
v.to fix or fasten with nails; to file or shape one's nails

Phrases & Collocations

painted nails

biting nails

long nails

short nails

acrylic nails

file nails

strong nails

polished nails

nail salon

breaking nails

Example Sentences

she carefully filed her nails before the interview.

he hammered nails into the wood to build the birdhouse.

the mechanic used a nail gun to secure the car panels.

my little brother bit his nails out of nervousness.

the carpenter checked the nails for any imperfections.

she applied a vibrant red nail polish to her nails.

he stubbed his toe and broke a nail on his foot.

the nails were rusty and difficult to remove.

she used nail clippers to trim her fingernails.

he drove a nail straight into the wall.

the horse had long, unkempt nails on its hooves.

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