clamp
clamp
klæmp
klāmp
British pronunciation
/klˈæmp/

Définition et signification de « clamp » en anglais

to clamp
01

serrer, fixer

to fasten something securely using a mechanical device designed for holding objects together
Transitive: to clamp sth | to clamp sth to a support
to clamp definition and meaning
example
Exemples
He clamped the two pieces of wood together to create a sturdy frame.
Il a serré les deux morceaux de bois ensemble pour créer un cadre solide.
The mechanic clamped the workpiece in place before starting the repair.
Le mécanicien a serré la pièce en place avant de commencer la réparation.
02

imposer, appliquer par décret

to impose or enforce something by decree or authority
Ditransitive: to clamp a regulation on a person or activity
example
Exemples
The government clamped strict regulations on air pollution to protect public health.
Le gouvernement a imposé des réglementations strictes sur la pollution de l'air pour protéger la santé publique.
The school administration clamped a ban on cell phone usage during class hours to minimize distractions.
L'administration scolaire a imposé une interdiction d'utilisation des téléphones portables pendant les heures de classe pour minimiser les distractions.
Clamp
01

serre-joint, pince

a device that is used to hold or compress two or more things together firmly
clamp definition and meaning
02

le clamp, la technique de clamp

the technique used in lacrosse by a face-off specialist to quickly gain control of the ball after the referee's whistle
example
Exemples
He executes a perfect clamp to win possession off the face-off.
Il exécute un clamp parfait pour gagner la possession dès l'engagement.
The midfielder practices his clamp technique tirelessly to dominate the center.
Le milieu de terrain pratique sans relâche sa technique de clamp pour dominer le centre.
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