stapler
/ˈsteɪplər/
noun
A tool that pushes metal clips to hold papers together
“She used a stapler to attach the pages.”
מהדק
Stapler is a noun in the school category. It is a advanced (ages 11-12) word, meaning "A tool that pushes metal clips to hold papers together" In Hebrew, stapler translates to מהדק.
Example Sentences
- She used the stapler to clip all her project pages together neatly.
- He searched the whole office before finding the missing stapler.
- Please staple your homework in the top left corner before handing it in.
Did You Know? Staplers were invented in the 19th century, and early versions were actually made for King Louis XV of France to fasten his royal papers! Each staple was handmade and engraved with the royal seal. The classic red Swingline stapler became famous in the movie "Office Space" — sales of that model tripled after the film came out!
Common Word Combinations
use a staplerstaple togetherrun out of staplesstapler jam
Related Words
scissorspaper clipbinderfolder
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