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pinup

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[pin-uhp] / ˈpɪnˌʌp /
Or pin-up

noun

  1. a large photograph, as of a sexually attractive person, suitable for pinning on a wall.

  2. a person in such a photograph.

  3. a device or fixture that is fastened to a wall, as a lamp.

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or appearing in a pinup.

    a pinup girl.

  2. designed or suitable for hanging or fastening on a wall.

    a pinup lamp.

Etymology

Origin of pinup

1670–80 for general senses; 1940–45 as photograph of a pretty woman; noun, adj. use of pin up

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