n. 1. One who, or that which, pins or fastens, as with pins. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Costume) (a) A headdress like a cap, with long lappets. (b) An apron with a bib; a pinafore. (c) A cloth band for a gown. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
With kerchief starched, and pinners clean. Gay. [ 1913 Webster ]