peen.
The (often spherical) end of the head of a hammer opposite the main hammering end.
Meaning & usage
The (often spherical) end of the head of a hammer opposite the main hammering end.
Where this word comes from
Probably from a North Germanic source, compare dialectal Norwegian penn (“peen”), Danish pind (“peg”), German Pinne (“the peen of a hammer”), Old Swedish pæna (“to pound iron with a hammer”).
To shape metal by striking it, especially with a peen.
Where this word comes from
Probably from a North Germanic source, compare dialectal Norwegian penn (“peen”), Danish pind (“peg”), German Pinne (“the peen of a hammer”), Old Swedish pæna (“to pound iron with a hammer”).
Penis.
Where this word comes from
Clipping of penis, with the spelling changed to maintain the original pronunciation.
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