nail on

nail on

To affix something on(to the surface of something) by driving a nail or similar fastener through both. A noun or pronoun can be used between "nail" and "on." I'll hold the post still while you nail the sign on. I just need to nail on this last piece of plywood, and then I'll be done.
See also: nail, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • nail in
  • nail up
  • nail back
  • nail (something) back
  • nail (something) into (something)
  • nail into
  • nail (something) to (something else)
  • nail a lie
  • nail a/the lie
  • nail (something) onto (something else)
References in classic literature
At last, Uncle Podger would get the spot fixed again, and put the point of the nail on it with his left hand, and take the hammer in his right hand.
Three Men In A Boat