alligator clip

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English

Three types of alligator clips.

Etymology

From the resemblance to an alligator's jaws.

Noun

alligator clip (plural alligator clips)

  1. (electronics) A spring-loaded metal clip, usually attached to a wire and used to make temporary electrical connections.

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