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to clamp
01
sujetar, apretar
to fasten something securely using a mechanical device designed for holding objects together
Transitive: to clamp sth | to clamp sth to a support
Example
He clamped the two pieces of wood together to create a sturdy frame.
The mechanic clamped the workpiece in place before starting the repair.
02
imponer, establecer
to impose or enforce something by decree or authority
Ditransitive: to clamp a regulation on a person or activity
Example
The government clamped strict regulations on air pollution to protect public health.
El gobierno impuso regulaciones estrictas sobre la contaminación del aire para proteger la salud pública.
The school administration clamped a ban on cell phone usage during class hours to minimize distractions.
La administración de la escuela impuso una prohibición sobre el uso de teléfonos celulares durante las horas de clase para minimizar distracciones.
Clamp
01
abrazadera, grapa
a device that is used to hold or compress two or more things together firmly
02
clamp, agarre
the technique used in lacrosse by a face-off specialist to quickly gain control of the ball after the referee's whistle
Example
He executes a perfect clamp to win possession off the face-off.
The midfielder practices his clamp technique tirelessly to dominate the center.
