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[はり()]
hari
noun, counter, noun, used as a suffix

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English Meaning(s) for 針

noun
  1. needle; pin
  2. hook
  3. stinger; thorn
  4. hand (e.g. clock, etc.); pointer
  5. staple (for a stapler)
  6. needlework; sewing
  7. malice
counter, noun, used as a suffix
  1. counter for stitches

Definition and Synonyms for 針

Hand a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece
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Hook a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something
Synonyms: フック, ホック, 留め金, ,
Hook a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
Synonyms: フック, ホック, 引っかかる, 引っ掛け, 引っ掛かり, 手鉤, , ,
Needle a sharp pointed implement (usually steel)
Synonyms: ニードル,
Needle a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument
Synonyms: 指針,

Meanings for each kanji in 針

» needle; pin; staple; stinger

Categories 針 is a member of

Implement instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
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Mechanical Device mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles
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Pointer an indicator as on a dial
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 針

Sample Sentences for 針

My grandma stooped down and picked up a needle and thread.
She passed the thread through the pinhole and quickly mended the tear.
But so that we may not cause offense, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.
She pushed her needle in and out.
I pricked my thumb with a needle.

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