pin-up
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B2
/ˈpɪnˌʌp/
attractive display
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pin-up' originates from English, specifically the words 'pin' and 'up', where 'pin' meant 'to fasten' and 'up' indicated 'on a wall'.
Historical Evolution
'pin-up' was first used in the 1940s to describe photographs or posters that were pinned up on walls.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a photograph pinned up on a wall', but over time it evolved to also refer to the person depicted in such photographs.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a photograph or poster of a person, often a glamorous or attractive model, designed to be displayed on a wall.
He had a pin-up of a famous actress on his wall.
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Last updated: 2025/03/20 06:42