clipper

noun

1. (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)

Similar word(s): limiter

Definition categories: man–made, circuit

2. a fast sailing ship used in former times

Definition categories: man–made

3. shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural)

Definition categories: man–made, shears

4. scissors for cutting hair or finger nails (often used in the plural)

Definition categories: man–made, scissors