paper-clip

[ pey-per-klip ]
/ ˈpeɪ pərˈklɪp /

verb (used with object), pa·per-clipped, pa·per-clip·ping.

to fasten together with one or more paper clips: Paper-clip these letters and file them.

Origin of paper-clip

First recorded in 1960–65

Definition for paper-clip (2 of 2)

paper clip

noun

a flat wire or plastic clip shaped so that it can hold sheets of paper between two of its loops.
a spring clamp for holding papers.

Origin of paper clip

First recorded in 1870–75