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Staple
01
an essential item that is regularly used or needed
Examples
Rice is a staple in many Asian diets.
02
a short, fine fiber that is used to make yarn or fabric
Examples
Cotton is a common staple used in textile production.
03
a small metal fastener used to attach papers together
Examples
He used a staple to secure the contract pages.
04
a small U-shaped metal fastener used to hold cables or wires in place
Examples
He used a staple to secure the electrical cable to the wall.
05
a basic raw material or product that is regularly used in manufacturing or production
Examples
Cotton is a staple in the textile industry.
06
a primary or essential source of supply or resource
Examples
The local grocery store is a staple for everyday needs.
to staple
01
to fasten objects together using a small metal fastener with two prongs
Examples
He stapled the papers to keep them organized.
staple
01
used or consumed regularly by many people as a fundamental part of daily life
Examples
Rice is a staple food in many cultures around the world.
02
indicating a main trading center or market for essential commodities
Examples
The staple town was known for its wool trade.
