clip-on

adjective

ˈklip-ˌȯn How to pronounce clip-on (audio)
-ˌän
: attached with a clip
a clip-on tie
clip-on earrings
clip-on noun

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The Bee Frontier can be worn as a Fitbit-like band on the wrist or as a clip-on pin. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 15 Oct. 2026 Jesus, though he is dressed in a Superman shirt, clip-on suspenders, striped pants, and clown shoes with pom-poms on them, is effectively the show’s straight man. — Victor Garber, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026 SoundPeats claims this results in a richer bass, greater dynamic expression and a more balanced sound signature than found on typical open-ear and clip-on designs. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Bose Earbuds Deal The Bose Ultra Open earbuds feature an innovative clip-on design that delivers rich, private sound without blocking your ear canal. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clip-on

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of clip-on was in 1909

Rhymes for clip-on

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clip off
clip-on
clippable
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“Clip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clip-on. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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