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nail verb /neɪl/ , [neɪ̯ɫ]
(intransitive) To drive a nail. (transitive, slang) To expose as a sham. (military) To spike, as a cannon.	spikre
(slang) To catch.	fakke, fange
(transitive, slang) To hit (a target) effectively with some weapon.	treffe

nail noun /neɪl/ , [neɪ̯ɫ]
The thin, horny plate at the ends of fingers and toes on humans and some other animals.	negl
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.	spiker

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