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bodkin

Syllabification: (bod·kin)

Pronunciation: /ˈbädkin/

Definition of bodkin

noun

a blunt, thick needle with a large eye used especially for drawing tape or cord through a hem.
a small pointed instrument used to pierce cloth or leather.
historical a long pin used for fastening hair.
Printing, historical a pointed tool used for removing pieces of metal type for correction.