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Clip (Noun)

Meaning 1

The act of clipping or snipping.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Snip
  • Clipping

Hypernyms

  • Cutting
  • Cutting Off

Hyponyms

  • Pinch

Related Words

  • Clip (verb)

Meaning 2

Any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

  • Fastening
  • Fixing
  • Holdfast

Hyponyms

  • Trouser Clip
  • Alligator Clip
  • Paperclip
  • Gem Clip

Related Words

  • Clip (verb)

Meaning 3

An instance or single occasion for some event; "this time he succeeded"; "he called four times"; "he could do ten at a clip".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

  • Time

Hypernyms

  • Example
  • Case

Meaning 4

A metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The pistol came with two extra clips to ensure the user had enough ammunition for extended periods of use.
  • The clip was loaded with ten rounds of 9mm ammunition, ready to be inserted into the firearm.
  • He carefully removed the clip from the rifle and set it aside before attempting to clean the weapon.
  • She quickly inserted a new clip into the gun and resumed firing at the target.
  • The shooter had to reload by inserting a fresh clip into the handgun every six shots.

Synonyms

  • Cartridge Holder
  • Magazine
  • Cartridge Clip

Hypernyms

  • Supply Chamber

Hyponyms

  • Pincurl Clip

Meaning 5

An article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

  • Jewellery

Meaning 6

A sharp slanting blow; "he gave me a clip on the ear".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The boxer landed a solid clip to his opponent's jaw, sending him crashing to the canvas.
  • The angry teacher gave the misbehaving student a clip on the ear for talking back.
  • The hockey player took a clip from the defenseman's stick and fell to the ice.
  • The football player received a clip from the linebacker and was knocked out of bounds.
  • The boxer's quick clip to the chin sent his opponent stumbling backward.
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