Isipit (en. Clamp)

/i-si-pit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used to hold something tightly.
He used a clamp to securely hold the papers.
Gumamit siya ng isipit upang maayos na mahawakan ang mga papel.
adjective
Refers to the ability to hold or tighten.
The clamp is an effective tool for projects.
Ang isipit ay isang mabisang kasangkapan para sa mga proyekto.

Etymology

Root Word: 'isip'

Common Phrases and Expressions

hold things tightly
Securely hold items.
ipitin ang mga bagay

Related Words

jaw
The part of a clamp used to hold the item.
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Slang Meanings

too annoying
Our teacher is so isipit, she always scolds us.
Sobrang isipit ng teacher natin, lagi na lang tayong pinapagalitan.
sycophant or brown-noser
Jan is such an isipit, always bringing coffee to the boss.
Ang isipit ni Jan, palaging nagdadala ng kape sa boss.
too blunt
She's kind of isipit, doesn't care if she hurts your feelings.
Parang isipit siya, wala nang paki kung masaktan ang feelings mo.