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hairpin Synonyms

Another word for hairpin

Choosing another word for hairpin depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A thin, U-shaped piece of metal, wire, or plastic used to fasten and hold hair in place.

Usage Example

"She secured her elegant updo for the gala with several discreet black hairpins."

Strongest
bobby pin
hairgrip
Weak
bodkin

• noun (Context 2)

A very sharp, U-shaped curve or bend in a road or path, often found in mountainous terrain.

Usage Example

"The mountain pass was treacherous, forcing drivers to navigate steep inclines and blind hairpins at low speeds."

Strongest
hairpin bend
hairpin turn
switchback

Opposites of hairpin

The opposite of hairpin shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

straightaway
See all opposites of hairpin

• Nearby Words

hairline
hairnet
hairpiece
hairpin
hairsbreadth
hairsplitter
hairsplitting

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hairpin. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hairpin
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