noun Download 🔗Share An instrument consisting of two jaws, closing by a screw, lever, cam, or the like, for holding work, as in filing. Examples : "The carpenter used the vise to hold the wood firmly while sanding it. " technical device machine work industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To clamp with or as with a vise. Examples : "The carpenter used a vise to clamp the wood pieces together while he glued them. " machine technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To examine and endorse (a passport, etc.); to visa. Examples : "The consular officer will vise your passport if your visa application is approved. " government nation Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading