What is another word for holding device?
Pronunciation: [hˈə͡ʊldɪŋ dɪvˈa͡ɪs] (IPA) 
A holding device is an object used to secure or grip something in place. There are several synonyms for the term "holding device" such as clamp, grip, bracket, holder, vice, fixture, and fastener. A clamp is a device that holds or clamps an object in place while a grip is used to hold or twist something tightly. A bracket is a device used to support or hold something up while a holder is used to hold an object securely in place. A vice is a tool used to hold things in place, while a fixture is a device used to hold or support an object. Finally, a fastener is a device used to secure two or more objects together.
