# vise

/ˈvaɪs/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/vise
Updated: 2026-05-26

## Definition

a tool used to hold an object tightly in place while you work on it. It is usually made of metal and has two jaws that can be squeezed together.

For teachers: a mechanical device used to hold an object firmly in place during a manufacturing or repair process. Often consists of two jaws that can be adjusted to apply pressure.

## Examples

- He clamped the wooden board in the vise before cutting it.
- The mechanic used a heavy-duty vise to secure the engine block while he replaced the bolts.
- Precision engineering requires a vise with a perfectly parallel grip to ensure that the component remains level and does not warp under the pressure of the clamping force.

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