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Syllabification: (clip)

Pronunciation: /klip/

Definition of clip

a device, typically flexible or worked by a spring, for holding an object or objects together or in place.
a clip used to hold paper currency.
a piece of jewelry fastened by a clip.
a metal holder containing cartridges for an automatic firearm.

[with adverbial of place]

fasten or be fastened with a clip or clips: [with object]:she clipped on a pair of diamond earrings [no object]:the panels simply clip onto the framework

Origin:

Old English clyppan (verb). The noun use dates from the late 15th century

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