brad

noun

\ ˈbrad

Definition of brad

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : a thin nail of the same thickness throughout but tapering in width and having a slight projection at the top of one side instead of a head

2 : a slender wire nail with a small barrel-shaped head

brad

verb

bradded; bradding

Definition of brad (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

: to fasten with brads

Examples of brad in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Tack-nail each part using a pneumatic pin nailer or a hammer in a few brads. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "Three Ways to Build Your Own Shelves," 24 Jan. 2019 Photo: brad rempel/Reuters Rogers says this can be applied to fantasy football. — Andrew Beaton, WSJ, "Why You Should Ignore Your Friends’ Fantasy Football Advice," 20 Aug. 2018 Each battery charge will drive 1,220 brad nails on a single charge. — David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, "Today's Best Deals: A DeWalt Drill Set Going for Cheap," 17 Apr. 2018 Wood glue and a brad nailer hold the speaker together and speaker cloth fabric covers the front. — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, "Build This Stylish DIY Bluetooth Speaker That Delivers Great Sound," 25 Apr. 2016 Fasten remaining vertical straps and handle-strap end to top horizontal strap with brads. — Martha Stewart, star-telegram, "Tips for creating the perfect Thanksgiving table," 1 Nov. 2017

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