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  • noun Plural form of gripper.

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Examples

  • While the knife is held securely in the sheath by a pair of "grippers" molded into the sheath (which is how I currently have it configured) an optional thumb release strap is included with the knife for additional retention piece of mind.

    Kit Up 2009

  • While the knife is held securely in the sheath by a pair of "grippers" molded into the sheath (which is how I currently have it configured) an optional thumb release strap is included with the knife for additional retention piece of mind.

    Kit Up 2009

  • "grippers" which seized the sheet of paper at its front edge and drew it from the feed board, while the cylinder was in motion, and of a method of alternately depressing and raising the impression cylinders on the forward and backward stroke of the type-bed, making it unnecessary to have a part of the cylinders of smaller diameter than the rest to allow the type to pass under it as the bed returned.

    The Building of a Book A Series of Practical Articles Written by Experts in the Various Departments of Book Making and Distributing Various

  • 'grippers' in the lab, these devices generally require the use of batteries and wiring, making them hard to miniaturize and manouevre in small spaces and convoluted conduits.

    India eNews 2009

  • • Get some ice grippers or other traction devices that easily fit over any shoe or boot.

    Marie Pasinski, M.D.: Tips For Avoiding Winter Falls M.D. Marie Pasinski 2011

  • It has an extendable spine that raises and lowers its torso, and grippers that can grasp objects without damaging them.

    And the Rest of the Winners Are... Michael Totty 2011

  • Ice grippers are inexpensive I've seen them for as little as $10 and are available in many sporting goods stores or online.

    Marie Pasinski, M.D.: Tips For Avoiding Winter Falls M.D. Marie Pasinski 2011

  • You can use the screwdrivers as ice-grippers to help pull yourself out.

    Tip of the Day: Stay Safe on the Ice 2009

  • • If you use a cane, walker or crutches, be sure to invest in metal grippers that are designed to fit on the ends for better traction.

    Marie Pasinski, M.D.: Tips For Avoiding Winter Falls M.D. Marie Pasinski 2011

  • Ice grippers are inexpensive I've seen them for as little as $10 and are available in many sporting goods stores or online.

    Marie Pasinski, M.D.: Tips For Avoiding Winter Falls M.D. Marie Pasinski 2011

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