vise
US /vaɪs/
UK /vaɪs/
1.
Schraubstock
a mechanical device with two jaws for holding a workpiece, usually attached to a workbench
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He clamped the wood firmly in the vise before drilling.
Er spannte das Holz fest in den Schraubstock, bevor er bohrte.
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The mechanic used a large vise to hold the engine part.
Der Mechaniker benutzte einen großen Schraubstock, um das Motorteil zu halten.
1.
einspannen, festklemmen
to grip or hold with a vise or as if with a vise
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He vised the pipe securely to prevent it from moving.
Er spannte das Rohr fest ein, um ein Verrutschen zu verhindern.
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Her hand was vised in his strong grip.
Ihre Hand war in seinem festen Griff eingespannt.