(tr) to attach by means of a clip
(intr) to be attached by means of a clip
this clips on here
First recorded in 1905–10; adj., noun use of verb phrase clip on
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It was a clip-on MP3 player without a screen for just $49.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 5, 2026
While clip-on microphones and other small yet mighty audio devices are genuinely good for discreet sound recording, the tiny microphone makes everything about itself.
From Salon ● Jan. 11, 2026
In a recent conversation on LinkedIn by some TV professionals, one poured scorn on young people on TikTok and YouTube for "not knowing" how to use clip-on mics.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2025
The helmets, provided at cost by Tacoma wholesaler Helmets R Us, are foam padded and aerodynamic, with a clip-on visor.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 21, 2024
I noticed his tie was not a clip-on and wondered how he tied it.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
White House communications aide Margo Martin posted a clip on X claiming, “Chants of ‘USA’ in Madison Square Garden!”
From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026
Maybe you’ve seen the old video clip on social media.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026
In early January, Spiro gave a bravura performance of “Die on This Hill” on Jimmy Fallon’s late-night show; one clip on TikTok has been viewed more than 70 million times.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 6, 2026
But the battle is getting those who watch a 10-second viral clip on Instagram or TikTok to listen to the full song on platforms such as Spotify.
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
He lumbers out and removes the little scissors hanging from a clip on his waist.
From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas
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