What is another word for paper fastener?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪpə fˈastənə] (IPA) 
A paper fastener is a tool that is commonly used for fastening papers together. However, there are various synonyms for this tool such as paper clip, binder clip, staple, and claw. A paper clip is a small, metal wire clip that is bent into a double oval shape used to hold paper together. A binder clip is a metal clip with two handles that can be folded back for easy paper removal. A staple is a thin metal wire that passes through paper sheets and is folded over to secure them together. A claw clip is a plastic or metal clip that has two curved arms that lock together to hold papers. Regardless of what is referred to as a paper fastener, all these tools have one thing in common - they hold paper together.
