What does vamp mean?
A vamp is a device or part of a machine that is used to hold or guide something in place, or a person who habitually seeks romantic or sexual partners without forming a lasting relationship. In music, a vamp is a repeated musical phrase or section.
Example
"The engineer used a metal vamp to secure the loose wire in place."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.