NYT Dictionary

HAIRPIN

/ˈhɛɚ.pɪn/
NounHAIR-pinhair-pin · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2025

Meaning

A pin or fastener for the hair.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From hair + pin, 1788 (as hair pin). Adjective sense 1906 in hairpin turn etc.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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