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NINE-PINS

\nˈa͡ɪnpˈɪnz], \nˈa‍ɪnpˈɪnz], \n_ˈaɪ_n_p_ˈɪ_n_z]\

Definitions of NINE-PINS

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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A play with nine pieces of wood set on end, at which a bowl is rolled.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

A play with nine pieces of wood placed on end.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. A play with nine pieces of wood set on end, at which a bowl is rolled for throwing them down.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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