clip-on

adjective

: attached with a clip
a clip-on tie
clip-on earrings
clip-on noun

Examples of clip-on in a Sentence

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Project Ares sports an aggressive riding position, which coupled with its clip-on handlebars, rear-sets, and a 33.5-inch (851-mm) seat height makes for a spirited riding experience. New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024 Our testers’ favorite clip-on portable speaker, the JBL Clip 4 doesn’t skimp on sound, despite its small size. Miles Walls, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024 Fangirl 2-in-1 Clip-On Phone Fan and Selfie Ring Light $25 at Amazon This clip-on phone fan and ring light is a must-have gift for teens who love to take selfies or make social media content. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 Dec. 2024 Kindle users will also appreciate a Kindle pillow that has a clip-on stand that holds the Kindle. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for clip-on 

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of clip-on was in 1909

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“Clip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clip-on. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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