noun
definition
A clip or fastener used to secure garments to a clothesline while drying.
verb
definition
To affix with a clothespin.
Examples of clothespin in a Sentence
All this needs to be is a stick with a clothespin tied on the end of it.
You can then hold the wick in place with special wick accessories, or simply use a clothespin and clip it to a pencil resting on the lid of the container.
Upon arrival each guest is given a clothespin and told there are two words that are not to be mentioned.
If a guest is caught saying one of these words, the person who caught the gaffe gets her clothespin.
Once the wax is poured, center the wick and hold it in place with a clothespin laid sideways across the mouth of the jar.
You should then place her "fish", which can be a piece of candy, inexpensive toy, etc. on the clothespin, give it a yank, and have her pull it up!
The clothespin game is commonly played at bridal or baby showers, but it can be adapted to any event.
If you catch someone else saying the "forbidden" word, you can take his or her clothespin.