Wordie: Staple

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(n): articles of commerce

(n): a natural fiber (raw cotton, wool, hemp, flax) that can be twisted to form yarn

(n): fiber derived from plants or animals

(n): material suitable for manufacture or use or finishing

(n): the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

(n): a short U-shaped wire nail for securing cables

(n): a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener

(n): paper fastener consisting of a short length of U-shaped wire that can fasten papers together

(n): a fastener for holding a sheet of paper in place

(v): secure or fasten with a staple or staples

(v): cause to be firmly attached

(adj): necessary or important, especially regarding food or commodities

(adj): vs. inessential) -- (basic and fundamental

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