clipper

8 ENTRIES FOUND:

clip·per

noun \ˈkli-pər\

Definition of CLIPPER

1
: one that clips something
2
: an implement for clipping especially hair, fingernails, or toenails —usually used in plural
3
a : one that moves swiftly b : a fast sailing ship; especially : one with long slender lines, an overhanging bow, tall masts, and a large sail area

First Known Use of CLIPPER

14th century

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