abrazadera

Definitions of abrazadera
  1. noun
    a support that steadies or strengthens something else
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    types:
    riñonera
    a brace worn to support the back
    type of:
    apoyo, soporte
    any device that bears the weight of another thing
  2. noun
    a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together
    synonyms: anclaje, barrilete, brida, cepo, cárcel, gafa, gatillo, gato, grapa, laña, manija, mordaza, traba
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    types:
    grapa
    a clamp for holding pieces of wood together while they are glued
  3. noun
    a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
    synonyms: fiador
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    type of:
    cierre, ligadura, sujeción
    restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
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