paper clip

noun

: a length of wire bent into flat loops that is used to hold papers together

Examples of paper clip in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web All could be played with just a few common household items: pencil and paper, coins, colored pens, standard dice, Goldfish crackers, paper clips, your hands, and occasionally an Internet connection. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 Sep. 2024 Just use a paper clip or SIM ejection tool to pop the SIM card out of your current phone, then slide that SIM into your new phone. Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 1 Aug. 2024 This multipack includes an assortment of different sized paper clips, binder clips, and rubberbands in an array of bright and cheery colors. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 15 Aug. 2024 This could include small toys, tinsel, rubber bands or paper clips. Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 15 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for paper clip 

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Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of paper clip was in 1851

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“Paper clip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paper%20clip. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

paper clip

noun
: a length of wire bent into flat loops that is used to hold papers together
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