clevis

noun

clev·​is ˈkle-vəs How to pronounce clevis (audio)

Examples of clevis in a Sentence

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Word History

Etymology

earlier clevi, perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse kljufa to split — more at cleave

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of clevis was in 1592

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Cite this Entry

“Clevis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clevis. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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