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CLAMPS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Clamps.

Clamps - as a noun

A device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clinch
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
holding device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Clamps - as a verb

Fasten or fix with a clamp

Example: "Clamp the chair together until the glue has hardened"

Impose or inflict forcefully

Example: "The military government clamped a curfew onto the capital"

Example Sentences

"I used clamps to hold the pieces of wood together while the glue dried."
"The mechanic used clamps to secure the pipes in place."
"We need to buy more clamps to keep the tarpaulin from flying off."
"He tightened the clamps on the bicycle handlebars."
"She attached the clamps to her easel to hold the canvas steady."
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Word Game Points

Is CLAMPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clamps is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLAMPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is CLAMPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clamps is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLAMPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is CLAMPS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clamps is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLAMPS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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