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Proper noun:

  • A diminutive of the female given name Penelope.

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Verb:

  • electronics To circumvent the tripping of an electrical circuit breaker by the dangerous practice of inserting a coin in place of a fuse in a fuse socket.
  • slang To jam a door shut by inserting pennies between the doorframe and the door.

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