bobby pin

noun

: a flat wire hairpin with prongs that press close together

Examples of bobby pin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Replace your daily must-haves, and keep a small pouch inside for loose items like lip balm, hair ties, and bobby pins. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 Sep. 2026

For her role as the leader of the misfit group, Blanchett rocked a shaggy brown lob that stretched down past her shoulders, and a set of choppy micro-bangs held in place by a single bobby pin. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026

Over time, these filters can clog with buttons, bobby pins, small bits of fuzz, and more, leading to more serious issues like musty odors and drainage problems. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 17 Aug. 2026

Each type of accessory can be purchased as a refill pack, since hair ties and bobby pins aways seem to go missing. — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from bob entry 4

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bobby pin

• aneurin
• crystallin
• eosin
• mandolin
• porphyrin
• superfine
• underpin
• vietminh
• violin
• akin
• auxin
• buckskin

Kids Definition

bobby pin

noun

bob·​by pin

ˈbäb-ē-

: a flat metal clip with flexible closed tips for holding the hair in place