CLIPPER

Definition of CLIPPER

  1. (noun)(electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform)
  2. (noun)a fast sailing ship used in former times
  3. (noun)shears for cutting grass or shrubbery
  4. (noun)scissors for cutting hair or finger nails