noun. A small firm cushion into which pins are stuck when not in use.

noun. An object of frequent criticism or hurtful treatment.

noun. A cushion into which pins are stuck when not in use.

noun. A plant of the genus Scabiosa, the scabious: so called with reference to the soft convex flower-head.

noun. A small cushion, in which pins may be stuck for use.

noun. A small device designed to receive sewing pins, usually pillow-like; more recently also magnetic.

noun. Someone who receives regular hypodermic needle injections.

noun. A flowering plant in genus Chaenactis.

verb. To multiply stick or jab, as with pins into a pincushion.

noun. a small stiff cushion into which pins are stuck ready for use

robin-redbreast's pincushion  

cushion  

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