clip-on

adjective

ˈklip-ˌȯn 

-ˌän

: attached with a clip

a clip-on tie

clip-on earrings

clip-on noun

Examples of clip-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike the PongBot, which requires clip-on sensors to track you at the other end of the court, the S10 instead follows you with its binocular 4K vision. — New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026

The collection included items from Sanders' personal and professional life, from handwritten notes and recipe cards to his signature clip-on bow tie and the 1964 planner that sparked one of the night's biggest bidding wars. — Olivianna Calmes, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

The Vlog Combo comes with a new DJI Mic Mini 2 wireless mic, a clip-on fill light, a mini tripod, and a carrying bag. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026

In contrast, clip-on, open-ear buds like the Sony LinkBuds Clip leave the ear canal entirely unblocked. — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for clip-on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon