clipper

/ˈklɪpər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or machine that clips or cuts something, especially a sail on a ship.

“The clipper ship sailed across the Atlantic in record time.”

2. noun

A device used to hold or fasten something in place, especially hair.

“She used a hair clipper to style her hair for the party.”

3. noun

A horse that is fast and agile, especially one used for racing.

“The clipper horse won the championship with its incredible speed.”

4. verb

To cut or snip something, especially with a sharp object or machine.

“He clipped the paper with a pair of scissors to make it fit in the folder.”

5. verb

To reduce or lower the price or amount of something.

“The company decided to clip prices on their new products to attract more customers.”

Synonyms

  • reducer
  • scissor
  • shearer
  • trimmer

Antonyms

  • augmenter
  • increaser
  • multiplier