clip
verb · noun
Simple meaning
To fasten with a clip.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
klipIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈklɪp
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
verb
Attach with a clip
To grip tightly.
To make a clip; to cut a section of video from a film, broadcast, or other longer video.
To cut, especially with scissors or shears as opposed to a knife etc.
To curtail; to cut short.
To hit or strike, especially in passing.
noun
Something which clips or grasps; a device for attaching one object to another.
An unspecified, but normally understood as rapid, speed or pace.
A projecting flange on the upper edge of a horseshoe, turned up so as to embrace the lower part of the hoof; a toe clip or beak.
The product of a single shearing of sheep.
A short piece of audio (shortened version of audio clip, or alternatively clipping of audio).
A section of video taken from a film, broadcast, or other longer video.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
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- “Can you clip these papers together for me, please?”verb
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Inflected forms
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A nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude.
An excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine.
Compound terms
Established multiword terms.
A place of entertainment where high prices are charged for poor entertainment.
A short piece of wire with alligator clips on both ends.
A device (as an earring, sunglasses, microphone etc.) that is attached by clips.
The sound of a horse's hoofs hitting on a hard surface.
A swindler who fleeces the victim.
A fast sailing ship used in former times.
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A small writing board with a clip at the top for holding papers.
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