Pinbacks

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A fastening device or backing that secures a pin or badge to clothing or accessories, often used for promotional purposes
2. Small metal or plastic clips or fasteners with a pointed end designed to attach to fabric, frequently featuring decorative designs
3. Fasteners typically consisting of a pin with a clasp mechanism, utilized for personal expression or advertisement on garments and bags

Etymology: "Pinbacks" is the plural of "pinback," a compound of two plain English words. The "pin" comes from Old English "pinn," a peg or small pointed piece of metal, and "back" comes from Old English "bæc," the rear side of something. The name describes the design. The front of the object carries the image or message, and the pin sits on the reverse, held by a clasp that fastens through fabric or a bag strap. Because the attachment is on the back, the name records the mechanism rather than any particular maker or event.