clipper - Meaning, Image, Examples & Etymology - Learn English Visually

clipper

|clip-per|

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/ˈklɪpər/

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/ˈklɪpə/

fast-moving

Etymology

Etymology Information

'clipper' originates from the English word 'clip,' which meant 'to move swiftly.'

Historical Evolution

'clip' transformed into 'clipper' to describe fast-moving ships in the 19th century.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move swiftly,' but over time it evolved to describe both fast ships and cutting tools.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a fast sailing ship, especially one of the 19th century, with a sleek hull and tall masts.

The clipper sailed swiftly across the Atlantic.

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Noun 2

a tool used for cutting or trimming, especially hair or nails.

He used a clipper to trim his beard.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42