pin knot

pin knot

[′pin ‚nät] (materials) A small knot with a diameter of 0.5 inch (1.3 centimeters) or less occurring in a wood board.

pin knot

1. (US) A knot in wood that is no larger than ½ in. (1.27 cm) in diameter. 2. (Brit.) A knot in wood less than ½ in. (0.64 cm) in diameter.