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 Definitions of vise  [ɪs]  

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Definition of 'vise' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) vise
any of various devices, usu. having two jaws adjusted by means of a screw, lever, or the like, used to hold an object firmly while work is being done on it.

2. (v.t.) vise
to hold, press, or squeeze with or as if with a vise.

Etymology:  (1810–20; < F, ptp. of viser to inspect, check; see visa)

Definition of 'vise' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) vise, bench vise
a holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place


Definition of 'vise' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) vise
an instrument consisting of two jaws, closing by a screw, lever, cam, or the like, for holding work, as in filing

2. (noun) vise
an indorsement made on a passport by the proper authorities of certain countries on the continent of Europe, denoting that it has been examined, and that the person who bears it is permitted to proceed on his journey; a visa

3. (verb) vise
to examine and indorse, as a passport; to visa



'vise' - Nearby Entries  

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