clipper

noun

clip·​per ˈkli-pər 

1

: one that clips something

2

: an implement for clipping especially hair, fingernails, or toenails

—usually used in plural

3

: something that moves swiftly: such as

a

: a fast sailing ship

especially : one with long slender lines, an overhanging bow, tall masts, and a large sail area

b

or clipper system : a fast-moving, low-pressure weather system : alberta clipper

… but that's just a taste of things to come as that clipper system moves across the Lakes.

—Nick Walker

Examples of clipper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The reason that barber feels specifically like a service top job has to do with the mastery of clippers, the vibes of the shop, and the certain je ne sais quoi that emboldens the people who touch your hair to give you life advice. —Quispe López, Them, 11 Mar. 2025

That also means that more clipper systems and lake effect snow events could be possible. —Nikki Nolan, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025

Born into a household where grooming was a necessity, Yehuda’s first set of clippers came from his father. —Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 Mar. 2025

All supplies will be provided, but bring your favorite floral clippers, scissors, aprons, and plant material if desired. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing clipper

• Alberta clipper

Rhymes for clipper

• chipper
• dipper
• flipper
• gripper
• kipper
• nipper
• ripper
• shipper
• skipper
• slipper
• stripper
• tipper

Kids Definition

clipper

noun

clip·​per ˈklip-ər 

1

: one that clips

2

plural : a device for clipping

hair clippers

3

: a fast sailing ship with usually three tall masts and large square sails