scarfpin
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Definition
- Noun:
- A decorative pin used to secure a necktie to a shirt: A scarfpin is a piece of jewelry, typically ornamental, designed to fasten a necktie and prevent it from moving.
Usage
- The primary function of a scarfpin is both practical and decorative. It is inserted horizontally through the fabric layers of a necktie and the shirt placket beneath it.
- It is a classic accessory in formal or business attire.
Examples
- Noun:
- He secured his silk tie with an elegant gold scarfpin.
- The antique scarfpin featured a small pearl.
- A scarfpin can add a touch of sophistication to a suit.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: Scarfpins were especially popular in men's fashion during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- As a Collectible: Vintage scarfpins are often collected for their craftsmanship and historical value.
Variants and Related Words
- Tiepin (n): Another term for a scarfpin; a pin for holding a necktie in place.
- Stickpin (n): A synonym for scarfpin, often implying a longer pin.
- Tie clip (n): A different accessory that clips the tie to the shirt, without piercing the fabric.
- Cravat pin (n): A term sometimes used interchangeably with scarfpin, historically associated with cravats.
Synonyms
- Tiepin
- Stickpin
- Cravat pin
Antonyms
- There are no direct antonyms, as it is a specific object. A contrasting item could be a tie clip, which functions similarly but uses a different fastening mechanism.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically for "scarfpin." It is used literally to describe the accessory.
Noun
- a pin used to hold the tie in place