noun
- the act or process of fastening with nails
verb
- present participle of nail; fastening with nails
- performing something perfectly or successfully
Usage: informal
Examples
- He spent the morning nailing boards to the fence.
- She’s nailing her piano performance after weeks of practice.
- The carpenter finished nailing the roof shingles in place.
- The student is nailing every question on the practice test.
- Proper nailing technique requires hitting the nail straight.
- The team is nailing their presentation for tomorrow’s meeting.
- Careful nailing prevents the wood from splitting.