clamp off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To stop or restrict the flow of, with (or as if with) a clamp.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Calls to unity are almost always issued when one party wants to clamp off debate.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “clamp off” mean?
To stop or restrict the flow of, with (or as if with) a clamp.
Is “clamp off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.