pinsetter

American  

[pin-set-er] / ˈpɪnˌsɛt ər /

noun

1. a mechanical apparatus in a bowling alley that places all of the pins into position at one time and removes pins that have been knocked down.

2. pin boy.

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Etymology

Origin of pinsetter

First recorded in 1915–20; pin + setter

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pinsetter

The automatic pinsetter ushered in a new era: clean, well-lit places in which to spend leisure time.

From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026

The Enhanced Automated Robotic Launcher, or E.A.R.L., which simulates different pin placement and ball-throwing scenarios, was used to develop string pinsetter technology.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2023

Bowling officials named the robot pinsetter after legendary pro Earl Anthony.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2023

A malfunction with the pinsetter at his home lane, which had been an easy fix in the past, caused Valastro's hand to become lodged and compressed inside the machine, his spokesperson said.

From Fox News ● Oct. 5, 2021

Mr. Whitehead paid for college with jobs like guessing people’s weights at the New York World’s Fair of 1939-40, and as a pinsetter at local bowling alleys.

From New York Times ● Feb. 7, 2015