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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

staples

/ˈsteɪplz/ noun · British & US
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What does staples mean?

noun

Staples are small metal fasteners used for attaching papers together. They consist of a metal wire with a sharp point and a small metal plate.

Example

"She used staples to bind the report together before submitting it to her boss."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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