Word: clip
Word origin: Old English clyppan (verb), of West Germanic origin. The noun use dates from the late 15th century.
Phonetic:
klɪp
Listen:
a flexible or spring-loaded device for holding an object or objects together or in place. Example: he undid two clips and lifted the lid
a metal holder containing cartridges for an automatic firearm. Example: he shot twice, but his clip was empty
fasten or be fastened with a clip or clips. Example: she clipped on a pair of diamond earrings
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