n.
Pronunciation: ' kli-p ə r
Function: noun
Date: 14th century
1 : one that clips something
2 : an implement for clipping especially hair, fingernails, or toenails ― usually used in plural
3 a : one that moves swiftly b : a fast sailing ship especially : one with long slender lines, an overhanging bow, tall masts, and a large sail area