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nail noun

  /neɪl/ , [neɪ̯ɫ]
  • The thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans and some other animals.
nagel
  • A spike-shaped metal fastener used for joining wood or similar materials. The nail is generally driven through two or more layers of material by means of impacts from a hammer or other device. It is then held in place by friction.
nagel, spijker

nail verb

  /neɪl/ , [neɪ̯ɫ]
  • (intransitive) To drive a nail.
  • (transitive, slang) To expose as a sham.
  • (military) To spike, as a cannon.
nagelen, inkloppen
  • (transitive, slang) To accomplish (a task) completely and successfully.
slagen, voor elkaar krijgen
  • (slang) To catch.
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