Synonyms for
Brad
Definition
a thin wire nail with a small, flat head
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- brad nailer
- brad awl
- brad point drill bit
- brad cutter
- brad and nail
- small brad
Word family
Usage note
A brad is a type of small nail with a small head, often used in woodworking. The verb 'to brad' means to fasten with a brad.
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Example sentences
- I used a brad to attach the string to the kite.
- He nailed the wood with a brad.
- She used a brad to secure the fabric to the frame.
- The carpenter kept a box of brads in his toolbox.
- A brad is a small but useful tool for fixing things.
Quotes
A single brad is never enough to hold a board in place.
The carpenter reached for a brad from his toolbox.
The brad was too small to hold the picture frame together.