nail

A slim, pointed piece of metal hammered into material as a fastener.

A fingernail or toenail.

A claw or talon.

Something resembling a nail in shape, sharpness, or use.

A measure of length formerly used for cloth, equal to ¹/₁₆ yard (5.7 centimeters).

To fasten, join, or attach with or as if with a nail.

To cover, enclose, or shut by fastening with nails.

To keep fixed, motionless, or intent.