clothespin
noun
clothes·pin ˈklōz-ˌpin 
also ˈklōt͟hz-
: a forked piece of wood or plastic or a small spring clamp used for fastening clothes on a clothesline
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web It comes fully assembled—and with a drawstring clothespin pouch that has a carabiner to attach to the rack. 
Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 5 July 2022 In the laundry room, cabinets with the same gray finish of the kitchen island have clothespin handles that Paula found on Etsy. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2022 Plus, they can be used for an array of DIYs —including turning them into wings for a clothespin butterfly. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 21 Apr. 2022 For Your Doorway For a classic Christmas look, grab a garland of faux pine and drape it across a doorway, then attach your Christmas cards with a clothespin! For Your Tree Create a Christmas tree out of holiday cards with a wall hanger. Teaghan Skulszki, Sunset Magazine, 7 Dec. 2021 Block light coming under your door with a towel, and use a clothespin to clamp your curtains shut. Simon Hill, Wired, 21 Aug. 2021 From clothespin tag to a playing catch, here are more than 30 ideas for outdoor games for kids. Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2021 These clothespin towel holders Consider gross, wet towels on the floor a thing of the past. Sarah Vincelette, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2021 Crafted in solid sterling silver with a Tiffany Blue accent, this clothespin is a whimsical addition to the home. Harper's Magazine, 24 Nov. 2020 See More
Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 5 July 2022 In the laundry room, cabinets with the same gray finish of the kitchen island have clothespin handles that Paula found on Etsy. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2022 Plus, they can be used for an array of DIYs —including turning them into wings for a clothespin butterfly. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 21 Apr. 2022 For Your Doorway For a classic Christmas look, grab a garland of faux pine and drape it across a doorway, then attach your Christmas cards with a clothespin! For Your Tree Create a Christmas tree out of holiday cards with a wall hanger. Teaghan Skulszki, Sunset Magazine, 7 Dec. 2021 Block light coming under your door with a towel, and use a clothespin to clamp your curtains shut. Simon Hill, Wired, 21 Aug. 2021 From clothespin tag to a playing catch, here are more than 30 ideas for outdoor games for kids. Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2021 These clothespin towel holders Consider gross, wet towels on the floor a thing of the past. Sarah Vincelette, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2021 Crafted in solid sterling silver with a Tiffany Blue accent, this clothespin is a whimsical addition to the home. Harper's Magazine, 24 Nov. 2020 See More Word History
First Known Use
1833, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
clothespin
noun
clothes·pin ˈklōz-ˌpin
ˈklōt͟hz-
: a small object used for holding clothes in place on a line