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Definition of nailhead

nailhead

/ˈneɪlˌhɛd/
nail · head
Plural:nailheads
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nailhead Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The flattened or enlarged top end of a nail, designed to be struck by a hammer and to hold fastened materials in place.

Example

"The carpenter countersank each nailhead below the surface of the oak board before filling the holes with wood putty."

2

A decorative motif, carving, or woven suiting pattern featuring small, raised square or diamond-shaped projections resembling the heads of wrought-iron nails.

Example

"He wore a tailored charcoal suit crafted from a classic worsted wool with a subtle nailhead weave."

• Rhymes for nailhead

• Nearby Words

nailbrush
nailer
nailfile
nailhead
nailset
nairobi
naive

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nailhead. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nailhead
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