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pronunciation:
klIp
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: A clip is something that holds something in place or holds things together.
Luna found a clip to hold the pages of her report together.My aunt always wears clips in her hair. She doesn't like her hair to fall in her face.
synonyms:
fastener
similar words:
clasp, paper clip, pin, staple
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: clips, clipping, clipped
definition: When you clip something, you put it or hold it together with a clip.
My dad clipped my mittens together so it would be easier to find them.The man clipped his name tag to his jacket pocket.
synonyms:
attach, fasten
similar words:
pin, staple
Word Builder: kinds of clips
  • paperclip:
    a clip for holding pieces of paper together
  • hair clip:
    a clip for holding hair in place.
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