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to clip

19 1.0
To fasten things together using a small metal or plastic device
  • verb
  • /klɪp/
translation icon : 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
769 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
459 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 tape
vsto clip
169 1.3

To attach things using a sticky strip

uses a small removable fastener rather than an adhesive method
to bind
vsto clip
132 3.2

To tie something tightly with rope or string

uses a small removable fastener rather than tying or wrapping tightly
to nail
vsto clip
85 1.0

To attach something with a thin pointed piece of metal

uses a small removable fastener rather than driving a metal rod
to fasten
vsto clip
68 1.6

Hold something in place so it cannot move

limits this to using a small removable fastener rather than any securing way
to pin
vsto clip
52 1.0

To fasten something with a small pointed object

uses a small removable fastener rather than piercing items with a point
to strap
vsto clip
52 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 glue
vsto clip
50 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 clamp
vsto clip
47 3.3

Fasten something tightly to keep it from moving

uses a small removable fastener rather than using an adjustable holding tool
to stick to
vsto clip
41 1.8

Stay attached to a surface

uses a small removable fastener rather than permanent adhesion
to staple
vsto clip
30 3.7

To attach papers together with a small bent metal wire

uses a small removable fastener rather than driven metal fasteners
to stick on
vsto clip
25 2.7

Put something on a surface so it stays in place

uses a small removable fastener rather than relying on surface adhesion
to tether
vsto clip
23 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 affix
vsto clip
18 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
8 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 peg
vsto clip
7 2.0

To fasten something using a small pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than inserting a fixed dowel
to pin down
vsto clip
5 3.7

To attach something in place with a pin

uses a small removable fastener rather than fixing parts by piercing
to hoop
vsto clip
5 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 pin up
vsto clip
4 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 clasp
vsto clip
3 3.0

To fasten something with a small hook or buckle

uses a small removable fastener rather than a larger closing device
to tack onto
vsto clip
1 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 cleat
vsto clip
  • Specialized
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

1 7.2

To limit someone's freedom, power, or plans

at a good clip
  • Informal
1 6.0

Moving at a fairly fast speed

Stop someone from using their power or doing what they want

Phrasal Verbs

1 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

18 1.0

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

7 3.0

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

3 1.0

A small metal or plastic thing that holds hair in place

3 3.7

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

2 4.0

A small accessory that fastens to clothing or glasses without piercing

2 3.0

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

alligator clip
  • Specialized
1 4.8

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

roach clip
  • NSFW
1 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 5.1

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

1 2.8

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

1 2.9

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

paper clip
  • Texting
1 2.9

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

cartridge clip
  • Specialized
7.7

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

3.6

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

clip artist
  • Offensive
9.6

A person who cheats or overcharges people to get money

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

8.1

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

3.2

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

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
51 3.4
to secure
347 3.3
to fasten
68 1.6
to clasp
3 3.0
to clip
19 1.0
to hook
290 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.