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1peen
verb \ˈpēn\
Definition of PEEN
transitive verb
: to draw, bend, or flatten by or as if by hammering with a peen
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First Known Use of PEEN
circa 1522
2peen
noun
Definition of PEEN
: a usually hemispherical or wedge-shaped end of the head of a hammer that is opposite the face and is used especially for bending, shaping, or cutting the material struck
Origin of PEEN
probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian penn peen
First Known Use: 1683
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