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Word: Clip
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
klɪp
Dialects: British English
Definition:
fasten or be fastened with a clip or clips
Short Definition:fasten with clip
Examples:- she clipped on a pair of diamond earrings
- the panels simply clip on to the framework
Word: Clip
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
Old English clyppan (verb), of West Germanic origin. The noun use dates from the late 15th century
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
klɪp
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a flexible or spring-loaded device for holding an object or objects together or in place
Short Definition:device for holding things together
Examples:- he undid two clips and lifted the lid
- a gilt clip fastened her hair
Definition:
a metal holder containing cartridges for an automatic firearm
Short Definition:cartridge holder
Examples:- he shot twice, but his clip was empty
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