: a pin in the form of a clasp with a guard covering its point when fastened
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Maddy doesn’t come across as a DIY kind of girl, but her safety pin tank top said otherwise.—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026 The scents come in glass bottles with a retro appeal and details winking to the house’s couture tradition, such as the metal logo intertwining with a safety pin and a vintage-looking pear pump sprayer adorned with the fabrics of the ateliers.—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 May 2026 The Cuban native brought with her a large, military style safety pin, as well as a round larimar, a Dominican blue stone symbolizing peace and calm.—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026 The Clash are singing of a city aflame, the Sex Pistols are somehow getting more popular after imploding on tour, and on every street corner, mohawks and safety pins are on rebellious display.—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for safety pin