pin bush

1 of 2

noun (1)

: a tool for reaming or polishing small pinholes

pinbush

2 of 2

noun (2)

: an Australian needlebush (Hakea leucoptera)

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

pin entry 1 + bush (bushing)

Noun (2)

pin entry 1 + bush (shrub)

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