clamp

US /klæmp/
UK /klæmp/
"clamp" picture
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a device, typically one having two jaws that can be tightened to hold or compress something

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He used a G-clamp to hold the wood in place while the glue dried.
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The mechanic put a clamp on the exhaust pipe to stop the leak.
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visegripfastenerclipbrace
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fasten (something) with a clamp

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He clamped the two pieces of wood together.
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The police clamped the car's wheel for illegal parking.
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fastensecuregripfixattach
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wheel clampclamp down on