to clamp
01
夹紧, 固定
to fasten something securely using a mechanical device designed for holding objects together
Transitive: to clamp sth | to clamp sth to a support
例子
He clamped the two pieces of wood together to create a sturdy frame.
他用夹子将两块木头夹在一起，制作了一个坚固的框架。
The mechanic clamped the workpiece in place before starting the repair.
机械师在开始修理前将工件夹紧到位。
02
强加, 通过法令实施
to impose or enforce something by decree or authority
Ditransitive: to clamp a regulation on a person or activity
例子
The government clamped strict regulations on air pollution to protect public health.
政府实施了严格的空气污染法规以保护公众健康。
The school administration clamped a ban on cell phone usage during class hours to minimize distractions.
学校管理部门强制禁止在课堂上使用手机，以尽量减少干扰。
Clamp
01
夹子, 夹具
a device that is used to hold or compress two or more things together firmly
02
夹击, 夹击技术
the technique used in lacrosse by a face-off specialist to quickly gain control of the ball after the referee's whistle
例子
He executes a perfect clamp to win possession off the face-off.
他执行了一个完美的clamp，从争球中赢得控球权。
The midfielder practices his clamp technique tirelessly to dominate the center.
中场球员不知疲倦地练习他的clamp技术以控制中心。
