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- pronunciation:
- klIp
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a device that holds, grasps, or fastens, as a paper clip or hair clip.
- synonyms:
- fastener
- similar words:
- barrette, clasp, grip, hasp, paper clip, pin, staple
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definition 2: |
a device holding several bullets that is inserted into a gun; cartridge clip.
- synonyms:
- cartridge clip
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definition 3: |
a piece of jewelry attached by a fastening clip.
a diamond clip- synonyms:
- brooch
- similar words:
- pin, tie clasp
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related words: |
buckle, hold |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
clips, clipping, clipped |
definition 1: |
to hold together or attach by means of a clip.
Clip their papers together.Clip the wire to a terminal.- synonyms:
- attach, fasten
- similar words:
- grip, pin, staple
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definition 2: |
in U.S. football, to block illegally from behind.
- similar words:
- block
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related words: |
buckle, clasp |
Word Builder: kinds of clips
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