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crimper

A tool used to press a fold or crease into a material, such as metal, plastic, or fabric. / A device or tool used to create small, tight curls or waves in hair by pressing it between heated plates. / A person or machine that performs the act of crimping materials.

Noun

pl: crimpers

This term refers to a specialized tool designed for mechanical deformation, typically through compression. In industrial or electrical contexts, it describes a tool that permanently joins a connector to a wire or creates a structural fold in metal. The connotation is one of precision and permanence, as crimping is generally an irreversible process.

In the beauty industry, the term shifts to a styling device. While the mechanical function of pressing material between two surfaces remains the same, the goal is aesthetic texture rather than structural integrity. Users should distinguish between a crimper and a curling iron, as the former produces a zig-zag pattern rather than a smooth spiral.

Meanings

Noun

A tool used to press a fold or crease into a material, such as metal, plastic, or fabric.

The technician used a heavy-duty crimper to secure the electrical connector to the wire.

Noun

A device or tool used to create small, tight curls or waves in hair by pressing it between heated plates.

She bought a professional hair crimper to add texture to her roots.

Noun

A person or machine that performs the act of crimping materials.

The industrial crimper at the factory ensures that every seal is airtight.

Examples

You need a professional crimper to secure these electrical terminals properly.

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You need a professional crimper to secure these electrical terminals properly.

I wonder if I should use a hair crimper for a more retro look today.

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I wonder if I should use a hair crimper for a more retro look today.

Pass me the crimper so I can finish the wiring on this circuit board.

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Pass me the crimper so I can finish the wiring on this circuit board.

The industrial crimper in the factory can process hundreds of cables per hour.

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The industrial crimper in the factory can process hundreds of cables per hour.

She carefully used a small jewelry crimper to lock the bead in place.

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She carefully used a small jewelry crimper to lock the bead in place.

My hair crimper is still heating up so I will wait a few minutes.

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My hair crimper is still heating up so I will wait a few minutes.

The technician acted as the primary crimper for the entire cable assembly line.

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The technician acted as the primary crimper for the entire cable assembly line.

This fabric crimper creates a beautiful pleated effect on the ribbon.

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This fabric crimper creates a beautiful pleated effect on the ribbon.

I forgot to bring my crimper to the workshop today.

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I forgot to bring my crimper to the workshop today.

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