CLAMP

/klæmp/
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Definition

/klæmp/
noun
  1. A brace, band, or clasp for strengthening or holding things together.
  2. An instrument used to temporarily shut off blood vessels, etc.
  3. A parking enforcement device used to immobilise a car until it can be towed or a fine is paid; a wheel clamp.
  4. A mass of bricks heaped up to be burned; or of ore for roasting, or of coal coking.
  5. A pile of root vegetables stored under a layer of earth.
verb
  1. To fasten in place or together with (or as if with) a clamp.
  2. To hold or grip tightly.
  3. To modify (a numeric value) so it lies within a specific range.
  4. To cover (vegetables, etc.) with earth.

Source: Wiktionary

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