Clamped: meaning, definitions and examples

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clamped

 

[ klรฆmpt ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

To clamp something means to hold it tightly in a fixed position. This action is often used in contexts like woodworking or metalwork, where pieces need to be secured together to prevent movement.

Synonyms

attach, fasten, secure

Examples of usage

  • He clamped the wood securely before drilling holes.
  • The technician clamped the wires to prevent them from moving.
  • She used a vice to clamp the metal pieces tightly.
Context #2 | Adjective

fixed state

Clamped can also describe something that is held tightly and securely in a position. This term is used to illustrate that an object is firmly held and unable to move.

Synonyms

fitted, secured, tightened

Examples of usage

  • The clamped pipe ensured no leakage occurred.
  • His hand was clamped down tightly on the handle.
  • The clamped materials were ready for welding.

Translations

Translations of the word "clamped" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น prensado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เค•เฅเคšเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geklemmte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terjepit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั‰ะตะผะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zaciล›niฤ™ty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒฉใƒณใƒ—ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท serrรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sujeto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑkฤฑลŸtฤฑrฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ์ •๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุซุจู‘ูŽุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ upevnฤ›nรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ upevnenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคน็ดง็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stisnjen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klemmt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ัั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑxฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sujeto

Etymology

The word 'clamp' originates from the Middle English term 'clampe', which was derived from the Old English word 'clam', meaning 'to close, fetter, or bind'. The evolution of the term reflects not only its practical use in engineering and craft but also the metaphorical extension of being held firmly or restrained. As technology and methods of fastening have advanced, the term has been adapted to cover a broader range of tools and actions, while still retaining its core meaning of securing objects together. The versatility of 'clamp' has embedded it in various industries, from carpentry to mechanics, signifying its importance in both modern and traditional practices.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,072, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.