NYT Dictionary

PINHEAD

/ˈpɪn.hɛd/
NounPIN-headpin-head · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

The head of a pin. (Frequently used in size comparisons.)

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From pin + head.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles, including a pangram:

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