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clamp

4 entries found.

Main Entry:
1clamp 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈklamp\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English, probably from Middle Dutch *klampe; akin to Old English clamm bond, fetter — more at clam
Date:
14th century
1 : a device designed to bind or constrict or to press two or more parts together so as to hold them firmly 2 : any of various instruments or appliances having parts brought together for holding or compressing something


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