Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Pin Down.
Pin Down - as a verb
Define clearly
Example: "I cannot narrow down the rules for this game"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nail downnarrownarrow downpeg downspecifyHypernyms (Closely Related)
determineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Place in a confining or embarrassing position
Example: "He was trapped in a difficult situation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trapAttach with or as if with a pin
Example: "Pin up a picture"
Example Sentences
"He tried to pin down the details of the plan."
"I couldn't pin down the exact location of the sound."
"They finally managed to pin down the suspect after months of investigation."
"The scientist worked tirelessly to pin down the cause of the mysterious disease."
"She wanted to pin down a date for the meeting."
