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agraffe
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agraffe, n. [F. agrafe, formerly agraffe, OF. agrappe. See Agrappes.].
- A hook or clasp. [1913 Webster]"The feather of an ostrich, fastened in her turban by an agraffe set with brilliants." [1913 Webster]
- A hook, eyelet, or other device by which a piano wire is so held as to limit the vibration. [1913 Webster]
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