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PIN DOWN Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the phrase pin down. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the phrase pin down. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PIN DOWN

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narrow
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not wide

• lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view

• very limited in degree

noun

• a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water

adjective satellite

• limited in extent or scope

• characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination

verb

• make or become more narrow or restricted

• define clearly

• become more focused on an area of activity or field of study

• become tight or as if tight

specify
verbv
verb

• specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement

• decide upon or fix definitely

• determine the essential quality of

• be specific about

• define clearly

• design or destine

• select something or someone for a specific purpose

trap
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned

• drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas

• something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares

• a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters

• the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise

• informal terms for the mouth

• a light two-wheeled carriage

• a hazard on a golf course

verb

• place in a confining or embarrassing position

• catch in or as if in a trap

• hold or catch as if in a trap

• to hold fast or prevent from moving

• to sell marijuana on a street corner

nail down
verbv
verb

• succeed in obtaining a position

• define clearly

• make final; put the last touches on; put into final form

narrow down
verbv
verb

• define clearly

• become more focused on an area of activity or field of study

peg down
verbv
verb

• fasten or secure with a wooden pin

• define clearly

Best Hypernyms For PIN DOWN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pin down, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (11)
determine ascertain attach classify confine confirm detain differentiate establish identify isolate

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