Jesus pin
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
The lock pin used to help secure the Jesus nut of some helicopters.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “Jesus pin” mean?
The lock pin used to help secure the Jesus nut of some helicopters.
Is “Jesus pin” formal or informal?
Jesus pin is generally slang.