stapler
1 synonym for stapler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small hand-operated device that fastens sheets of paper together by driving a metal staple through them.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
stapling machine
How to use stapler
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
staple gun
office stapler
load the stapler
Etymology
Formed from the verb "staple" plus the agent suffix "-er," describing the tool that does the stapling.
Full origin of stapler →Frequently asked questions
What does “stapler” mean?
The word “stapler” means a small hand-operated device that fastens sheets of paper together by driving a metal staple through them. In plain terms, the desk tool used to fasten paper together with staples.
How do you pronounce “stapler”?
“Stapler” is pronounced STAYP-luh (/ˈsteɪplɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “stapler” in a sentence?
Here is “stapler” used in a sentence: “She reached across the desk to borrow a stapler.”
What part of speech is “stapler”?
“Stapler” is a noun.
