What does hairpin mean?

A thin bent pin used to hold hair in place. A very sharp bend where a road nearly doubles back.

How is hairpin pronounced?

UK /ˈheəpɪn/, US /ˈherpɪn/.

/ˈheəpɪn/ · /ˈherpɪn/

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发夹；发针

n. A thin bent pin used to hold hair in place.

发夹；发针

n. A very sharp bend where a road nearly doubles back.

急转弯；发夹弯

She secured her bun with a silver hairpin.

她用一枚银色发夹固定住发髻。

Mountain roads with frequent hairpin bends require careful design to reduce accident risks and protect surrounding habitats.

急转弯频繁的山路需要精心设计，以降低事故风险并保护周边栖息地。

hairpin bend指形似发夹、几乎折返的急弯。

What does hairpin mean?: A thin bent pin used to hold hair in place. A very sharp bend where a road nearly doubles back.
How is hairpin pronounced?: UK /ˈheəpɪn/, US /ˈherpɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.