Associations to the word «Vise»

Wiktionary

VISE, noun. (US) An instrument consisting of two jaws, closing by a screw, lever, cam, or the like, for holding work, as in filing.
VISÉ, verb. (transitive) To examine and endorse (a passport, etc.); to visa.

Dictionary definition

VISE, noun. A holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place.

Wise words

There is no sickness worse for me than words that to be kind must lie.
Aeschylus