- needle; pinsee also
- hooksee also and
- stinger; thorn
- hand (e.g. clock, etc.); pointer
- staple (for a stapler)
- needlework; sewingsee also
- malice
- counter for stitches
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
counter; noun, used as a suffix
Other forms
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- needle; pin
- hook
- stinger; thorn
- hand (e.g. clock, etc.); pointer
- staple (for a stapler)
- needlework; sewing
- malice
- counter for stitches
This meaning refers to a small, slender, pointed implement used for sewing or fastening things together. It can also refer to something that has a similar shape or function, such as a pin.
This meaning refers to a curved or bent implement that can be used for grasping or holding things.
This meaning describes a sharp projection that can add irritation or injury, such as a thorn from a plant or a stinger from an insect.
This meaning refers to the movable part of a clock or a similar object that indicates the time or direction.
This meaning describes a small metal fastener used to bind sheets of paper together.
This meaning refers to the craft of creating or repairing fabric items using a needle and thread.
In this context, the term indicates a harmful intent or desire to cause pain to others.
This meaning is used to refer to a quantifying word for counting individual stitches, often in the context of knitting or sewing.
Wiktionary definitions (experimental)
Example sentences
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It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.