clipper
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for clipper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fast sailing ship with a long, narrow hull, built for speed in the 19th century.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use clipper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From clip ("cut" or "move fast") plus -er — the sailing ship sense likely comes from "clip" meaning to move at a rapid pace.
Full origin of clipper →Frequently asked questions
What does “clipper” mean?
The word “clipper” means a fast sailing ship with a long, narrow hull, built for speed in the 19th century. In plain terms, a fast sailing ship, or a cutting tool such as hair clippers.
How do you pronounce “clipper”?
“Clipper” is pronounced KLIHP-uh (/ˈklɪp.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “clipper” in a sentence?
Here is “clipper” used in a sentence: “The tea clipper raced across the ocean to deliver its cargo first.”
What part of speech is “clipper”?
“Clipper” is a noun.
How many meanings does “clipper” have?
“Clipper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fast sailing ship with a long, narrow hull, built for speed in the 19th century.