Definition

Having no nails or lacking nails.

Example

The nailless design of the furniture made it safer for children.

Conversation

Have you seen those new nailless screws they are selling?

Yeah, I heard they’re really easy to use!

I think they could be great for DIY projects.

Absolutely! It would save a lot of time without having to deal with nails.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nailless → It is formed from "nail" (from Old English *nægl*, meaning a metal fastener) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "nailless" means without nails or lacking nails.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'metal fastener' ('nail') — that's why nailless means lacking nails.

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