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

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley