"C-clamp" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: C-clamps [plural]
Etymology: From the shape, which resembles the letter C (or a G, if the clamp bolt is considered part of the letter shape). Etymology templates: {{m|mul|C}} C, {{m|mul|G}} G Head templates: {{en-noun}} C-clamp (plural C-clamps)
  1. A type of clamp used to temporarily fasten two objects together in carpentry and other crafts. Wikipedia link: C-clamp Synonyms: G-clamp

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