English dictionary

clipper

/'kl/I/p/@/r/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

(electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform)

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Synonyms limiter

Source: WordNet 3.0
a fast sailing ship used in former times

noun.artifact

Synonyms clipper ship

Source: WordNet 3.0
shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural)

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
scissors for cutting hair or finger nails (often used in the plural)

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
One who clips; specifically, one who clips off the edges of coin.

noun

Source: webster1913