Preferred term
Alligator clamp
Definition
A complete explanation of the intended meaning of a concept- 1. A crocodile clip or alligator clip[1] is a plier-like spring-tensioned metal clip with elongated, serrated jaws that is used for creating a temporary electrical connection. (Wikipedia). 2. A metal clip (= a small object for fastening things together or holding them in position) that has two pointed parts with teeth (= rows of points) joined by a hinge that allows it to open and close, often used for joining electrical wires to something (Cambridge dictionary). 3. A spring-loaded clip that has jaws resembling an alligator's and is used for making temporary electrical connections (Merriam-Webster dictionary)
Broader concept
Broader conceptIn other languages
Terms for the concept in other languages.- Alligator clamp
English
URI
https://purls.helmholtz-metadaten.de/skosmos/sdv/AlligatorClamp