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The Clue
Hair trimmer (7 letter answer)
The Answer
CLIPPER
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Notes
The answer CLIPPER is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Definition
CLIPPER as a noun:
1. (limiter, clipper) = (electronics) an nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform); "a limiter introduces amplitude distortion"
2. (clipper, clipper ship) = a fast sailing ship used in former times
3. shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural)
4. scissors for cutting hair or finger nails (often used in the plural)