stapler
word
Definition
A stapler is a small device used to fasten sheets of paper together with a metal staple.
Usage & Nuances
"Stapler" refers to both manual and electric devices; in offices and schools it's very common. Do not confuse with 'staple' (the metal piece) or 'staple gun' (for heavy materials). Common pair: 'pass the stapler', 'run out of staples'.
Spanish: engrapadora - abrochadoraPortuguese (BR): grampeadorPortuguese (PT): agrafadorChinese (Simplified): 订书机Chinese (Traditional): 訂書機Hindi: स्टेपलरArabic: دباسةBengali: স্ট্যাপলারRussian: степлерJapanese: ホチキスVietnamese: dập ghimKorean: 스테이플러Turkish: zımbaUrdu: اسٹیپلرIndonesian: stapler
Example Sentences
Can I use your stapler?
basic
The stapler is on the desk.
basic
My stapler is out of staples.
basic
Pass me the stapler when you're done, please.
natural
I can never find the stapler when I need it!
natural
This report needs to be put together—do we have a stapler?
natural