Real Dictionary

clip
countable noun: A clip is a small device, usually made of metal or plastic, that is specially shaped for holding things together.

clip in American English 1
an act or instance of clipping
to clip something
to cut or cut off with shears or scissors
intransitive verb: to clip or cut something
noun: the act of clipping
transitive verb: to cut, or cut off or out, as with shears

clip in American English 2
any of various devices that clip or fasten things together, grip or hold something, etc.
to fasten with a clip or clips
to grip tightly; fasten with or as if with a clip
noun: a device that grips and holds tightly

clip in British English 1
verb: to cut, snip, or trim with or as if with scissors or shears, esp in order to shorten or remove a part

clip in British English 2
noun: any of various small implements used to hold loose articles together or to attach one article to another
verb: to hold together tightly, as with a clip