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clamping

KLAM-pihng

Clamping (noun) means the act of fastening something with a clamp, or of immobilising a vehicle with a wheel clamp. Example: “Illegal clamping of vehicles on private land is now restricted by law.”

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The act of fastening something with a clamp, or of immobilising a vehicle with a wheel clamp.
"Illegal clamping of vehicles on private land is now restricted by law."

How to use clamping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action of clamping something, especially a car.

Common pairings
clamping down vehicle clamping

Word forms

clampings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “clamping” mean?

The word “clamping” means the act of fastening something with a clamp, or of immobilising a vehicle with a wheel clamp. In plain terms, the action of clamping something, especially a car.

How do you pronounce “clamping”?

“Clamping” is pronounced KLAM-pihng (/ˈklæmpɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “clamping” in a sentence?

Here is “clamping” used in a sentence: “Illegal clamping of vehicles on private land is now restricted by law.”

What part of speech is “clamping”?

“Clamping” is a noun.

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