stapler

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A stapler in action.

Pronunciation

Etymology 1

From staple (verb) + -er.

Noun

stapler (plural staplers)

  1. A device which binds together sheets of paper by driving a thin metal staple through the sheets and simultaneously folding over the ends of the staple against the back surface of the paper.
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Etymology 2

From staple (noun) + -er.

Noun

stapler (plural staplers)

  1. (dated) A dealer in staple goods.
  2. (dated) One employed to sort wool according to its staple.

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