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to clip

38 1.0
To fasten things together using a small metal or plastic device
  • verb
  • /klɪp/
: sujetar
  • She's already haltered, so all he has to do is clip the lead on her and take her out.

Okay and see the phone can clip in, but is it going to clip?

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Examples

  • Put this in your pocket and we'll clip this on your tie.

  • Alright, Grant, clip the cable onto your vest.

  • And you can hear that it will clip into place like that.

  • - Clip it on the box.

  • Let's see if it's going to clip into place or not.

  • You know, once I clip on the tie, I'm all business.

  • -Clip it on your collar.

  • You clip it to your ankle, you run the tube up your pants leg.

  • External microphones that clip onto your clothing are quite cheap, so invest in one.

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  • Please clip the paper to the board using a binder clip.

Synonyms

to stick
vsto clip
∞ 1.0

To attach something to a surface or push it into with a point

uses a small removable fastener rather than either adhesion or piercing methods
to attach
vsto clip
599 2.5

To join or fasten one thing to another so they stay together

focuses on using a small removable fastener rather than any joining method
to strap
vsto clip
222 2.9

To fasten something with a band so it stays in place

uses a small removable fastener rather than wrapping a flexible band
to pin
vsto clip
167 1.0

To fasten something with a small pointed object

uses a small removable fastener rather than piercing items with a point
to stick to
vsto clip
107 1.8

Stay attached to a surface

uses a small removable fastener rather than permanent adhesion
to stick on
vsto clip
88 2.7

Put something on a surface so it stays in place

uses a small removable fastener rather than relying on surface adhesion
to fasten
vsto clip
73 1.6

Hold something in place so it cannot move

limits this to using a small removable fastener rather than any securing way
to nail
vsto clip
71 1.0

To attach something with a thin pointed piece of metal

uses a small removable fastener rather than driving a metal rod
to tape
vsto clip
71 1.3

To attach things using a sticky strip

uses a small removable fastener rather than an adhesive method
to clamp
vsto clip
70 3.3

Fasten something tightly to keep it from moving

uses a small removable fastener rather than using an adjustable holding tool
to bind
vsto clip
64 3.2

To tie something tightly with rope or string

uses a small removable fastener rather than tying or wrapping tightly
to staple
vsto clip
35 3.7

To attach papers together with a small bent metal wire

uses a small removable fastener rather than driven metal fasteners
to glue
vsto clip
27 1.8

To make someone stay in one place or keep their attention on something

uses a small removable fastener rather than bonding with adhesive
to affix
vsto clip
21 5.0

To attach something to another thing by sticking or fastening it

focuses on using a small removable fastener rather than fixing things generally
to cinch
vsto clip
13 5.5

To fasten a strap tightly so it does not slip

uses a small removable fastener rather than tightening a band to secure
to pin down
vsto clip
12 3.7

To attach something in place with a pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than fixing parts by piercing
to tether
vsto clip
10 4.4

To tie an animal or object so it cannot move away

uses a small removable fastener rather than tying to restrict movement
to pin up
vsto clip
7 3.6

To attach something to a wall or board with a pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than fixing with a pointed piece
to tack onto
vsto clip
5 5.4

To fasten something to a surface with a small nail or pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than a driven pointed piece
to peg
vsto clip
5 2.0

To fasten something using a small pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than inserting a fixed dowel
to clasp
vsto clip
2 3.0

To fasten something with a small hook or buckle

uses a small removable fastener rather than a larger closing device
to hoop
vsto clip
1 7.8

To fasten something with a metal band to make it stronger

uses a small removable fastener rather than encircling with a ring
to cleat
vsto clip
  • Specialized
1 7.4

To tie a rope to a metal or wooden fitting to hold it in place

uses a small removable fastener rather than tying a rope to a fixed point

Antonyms

∞ 1.5

To move something or someone away from a place

6 3.7

To take off a small metal or plastic piece that holds something together

5 3.4

To open something by undoing a button or zipper

Idioms

3 7.5

Stop someone from using their power or doing what they want

at a good clip
  • Informal
1 6.0

Moving at a fairly fast speed

1 7.2

To limit someone's freedom, power, or plans

Phrasal Verbs

3 7.9

To cut out a part of something like a video, or to tell someone to be quiet

1 9.9

To fire all the bullets from a gun until none are left

To cut out and keep a newspaper or magazine article to read later

Compounds

34 1.0

A small bent piece of wire or plastic that holds sheets of paper together

12 3.0

A short part of a movie that people use in news and talks

8 3.7

Made to attach by a small piece that holds on, not by piercing or sewing

5 1.0

A small metal or plastic thing that holds hair in place

3 4.0

A small accessory that fastens to clothing or glasses without piercing

3 3.0

A small metal piece that holds a tie to a shirt to keep it in place

alligator clip
  • Specialized
2 4.8

A small metal clip with a spring and teeth that connects wires temporarily

2 5.1

The sound horse hooves make when they hit a hard road in a steady regular beat

roach clip
  • NSFW
2 9.9

A small metal tool that holds the end of a marijuana cigarette so you do not burn your fingers

1 3.2

Simple pictures you add to documents or slides

clip joint
  • Archaic
1 9.9

A place like a bar or nightclub that charges high prices and tricks customers

1 2.9

A strong metal holder with a spring and flat ends for keeping papers together

1 2.8

A small metal or plastic clip you wear on your ankle to keep trousers out of the bicycle chain

paper clip
  • Texting
1 2.9

A button in email or messaging apps used to attach files to a message

1 3.6

A clip with two rows of teeth that lock together to hold hair

cartridge clip
  • Specialized
1 7.7

A metal frame that holds bullets so they can be loaded into a gun

1 3.2

A small metal or plastic piece that keeps sheets of paper together

clip artist
  • Offensive
1 9.6

A person who cheats or overcharges people to get money

1 8.1

A short wire with metal clips at both ends used to make temporary electric connections

clip artist
  • Slang
4.9

A person who makes or edits short videos for social media

clip farmer
  • Jargon
8.5

A person who edits and posts many short videos online to get views

clip farm
  • Jargon
8.1

A company that makes many short social media videos

pincurl clip
  • Specialized
6.6

A small metal piece that holds curled hair while styling

5.3

A clip worn around the ankle to stop trousers getting caught in the bike chain

How Secure

to anchor
82 3.4
to secure
105 3.3
to fasten
73 1.6
to clasp
2 3.0
to clip
38 1.0
to hook
267 1.0

Surface Forms

clip infinitive
clipped past
clipped past participle
clipping present participle
clips third person singular

Etymology

Clip (to fasten) comes from an old English word clyppan meaning 'to hold' or 'clasp', so to clip papers or a microphone is to attach them together with a small fastening.