noun
Definition: A tool that holds objects tightly in place, typically with two jaws that can be opened or closed using a screw or lever, often used in woodworking or metalworking.
Example: He used a vise to secure the wood while he cut it.
transitive verb
Definition: To hold something tightly in a device that grips it firmly, often used in a workshop or for mechanical work.
Example: He used a vise to hold the wood steady while he cut it.