Clamps: meaning, definitions and examples

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clamps

[ klæmps ]

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tool

A clamp is a device used to hold objects tightly together to prevent movement or separation.

Synonyms

fastener, grip, vice

Examples of usage

The carpenter used clamps to secure the pieces of wood together.
She needed a clamp to keep the papers from flying away in the wind.

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construction

To clamp means to fasten or hold something tightly.

Synonyms

clamp down, fasten, secure

Examples of usage

He clamped the two pieces of metal together with a strong grip.
The mechanic clamped the pipe securely in place.

Translations

Translations of the word "clamps" in other languages:

🇵🇹 grampos

presilhas
braçadeiras

🇮🇳 क्लैंप

🇩🇪 Klammern

🇮🇩 penjepit

🇺🇦 затискачі

🇵🇱 zaciski

🇯🇵 クランプ

🇫🇷 pinces

🇪🇸 abrazaderas

🇹🇷 kıskaçlar

🇰🇷 클램프

🇸🇦 مشابك

🇨🇿 svorky

🇸🇰 svorky

🇨🇳 夹具

🇸🇮 objemke

🇮🇸 klemmur

🇰🇿 қысқыштар

🇬🇪 სამაგრები

🇦🇿 kıskaçlar

🇲🇽 abrazaderas

Word origin

The word 'clamp' originated from Middle English 'clampe' which meant 'iron bar, fetter'. It is believed to have Old English and Old Norse roots. Over time, the word evolved to refer to a device used for fastening or holding objects together tightly.