Clamp

Noun

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

Synonyms

 * cramp

Derived terms

 * clover clamp
 * nipple clamp

Verb

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

Derived terms

 * clamp down

Thesaurus
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