clip lead

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Noun clip lead has 1 sense

clip lead - a short piece of wire with alligator clips on both ends
--₁ is a kind of jumper cable, jumper lead, lead
--₁ has parts: bulldog clip, alligator clip

Definitions from the Web

Clip Lead

Definition:

A clip lead is an electrical connector typically consisting of an alligator clip or crocodile clip attached to a conducting wire. It is used to temporarily connect electronic components together for testing, measurement, or experimentation purposes.

Sample Sentences:

I used a clip lead to attach the thermocouple to the voltmeter for accurate temperature measurement.
The clip lead provided a secure connection between the power supply and the circuit board.
During the electronics lab, I observed my partner using a clip lead to join the resistors.