mordaza — meaning in English

English meaning

• clamp noun A device used to hold or squeeze objects tightly together.
• gag noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
• muzzle noun An animal's nose and mouth area, or a strap-on device fitted over it to stop biting or eating.

Senses

mordaza is used for these senses in English:

• caliper (automotive) The part of a disc brake that holds the brake pads.
• muzzle A device used to prevent an animal from biting or eating, which is worn on its snout.

clamp — full definition

1. noun A device used to hold or squeeze objects tightly together.
2. noun A device fitted to a car wheel to stop it being driven until a fine is paid.
3. verb To fasten or hold something tightly in place.
4. verb To immobilise a vehicle using a wheel clamp.

gag — full definition

1. noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
2. noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
3. noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
4. verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
5. verb To prevent someone from speaking, literally or figuratively.

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