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pin⋅up

  [pin-uhp]
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–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
4. of, pertaining to, or appearing in a pinup: a pinup girl.
5. designed or suitable for hanging or fastening on a wall: a pinup lamp.
Also, pin-up.

Origin:
1670–80 for general senses; 1940–45 as photograph of a pretty woman; n., adj. use of pin up
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Retro Vintage Clothing
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pin·up   (pĭn'ŭp')   
n.  

    1. A picture, especially of a sexually attractive person, that is displayed on a wall.

    2. A person considered a suitable model for such a picture.

  2. Something intended to be affixed to a wall.

adj.  

  1. Suitable for a pinup.

  2. Designed to be attached to a wall.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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