Clamp
WordNet

noun


(1)   A device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

verb


(2)   Impose or inflict forcefully
"The military government clamped a curfew onto the capital"
(3)   Fasten or fix with a clamp
"Clamp the chair together until the glue has hardened"
WiktionaryText

Noun



  1. A brace, band, or clasp for strengthening or holding things together.

Verb



  1. To fasten in place or together with a clamp.
  2. To hold or grip tightly.
  3. To modify a numeric value so it lies within a specific range.
 
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