noun
brad; double-pointed nail
A small nail with a very small head, used for fine woodworking or where the nail head should be inconspicuous. Also refers to a nail pointed at both ends.
細工には切り釘を使うと仕上がりがきれいだ。
Using brads for the craftwork gives a clean finish.
切り釘は頭が小さいので、打ち込むと目立たない。
Brads have small heads, so they are inconspicuous when driven in.