Phrase Hound found 12 phrases and 3 compound words that contain clamps. The most common are listed below. Open clamps in the live search for definitions, filters, and the full list.
Phrases 12
- clover clampsplural of clover clamp: A metal clamp, usually joined to another by a chain, meant to be worn on the nipples to cause pain.
- C-clampsplural of C-clamp: A type of clamp used to temporarily fasten two objects together in carpentry and other crafts.
- clamps offthird-person singular simple present indicative of clamp off: To stop or restrict the flow of, with (or as if with) a clamp.
- F clampsplural of F clamp: A kind of clamp shaped like the capital letter F.
- G-clampsplural of G-clamp: A type of clamp used to temporarily fasten two objects together in carpentry and other crafts.
- hose clampsplural of hose clamp: A device used to attach and seal a hose onto a fitting.
- patch clampsplural of patch clamp: A device used to measure the ion currents in individual living cells.
- rope clampsplural of rope clamp: A pair of clamping jaws for securing the end of a cord.
- sliding clampsplural of sliding clamp: A ring-shaped protein complex essential for DNA replication.
- wheel clampsplural of wheel clamp: A device locked to the wheel of a motor car to prevent it from being driven; normally used to enforce payment of a traffic violation fine.
- alligator clampsplural of alligator clamp: A spring-loaded metal clip, usually attached to a wire and used to create a temporary electrical connection.
- clamps down onthird-person singular simple present indicative of clamp down on: To take measures to stop (something); to put an end to (something); to exert tighter control of (something); to treat (someone or something) more harshly.
Compound words 3
- crossclampsplural of crossclamp: A clamp applied to the aorta in order to isolate circulation from the heart
- cryoclampsplural of cryoclamp: A clamp designed to be used at low temperatures
- microclampsplural of microclamp: A very small clamp