1. To have written something, often done with a writing instrument which uses ink: The document was penned and signed by the professors at the university.
2. To have been confined in an enclosed area: In the morning, the sheep were released back into the field of grass by the shepherd after having been penned during the night for their protection.

1. Having immobilized or limited the movement of something or someone: The wrestler was pinned to the canvas by his opponent.
2. To have given a girl a fraternity insignia as a token of affection: Tony pinned his girlfriend as a symbol of his love for her.
3. Having assigned responsibility for something: The police pinned the blame for the accident on the driver who was using his cell phone while driving.
4. To have fastened or joined together: The pattern for the dress was pinned to the fabric by the seamstress.