splicer

[ splahy-ser ]

noun

1. a device used to hold two sections of motion-picture film, recording tape, etc., in proper alignment while they are being spliced together.

Word History and Origins

Origin of splicer¹

First recorded in 1925–30; splice + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Bryson Hardy, 19, a fiber optic cable splicer from Georgia, said he was not worried about contracting the virus and had no plans to get vaccinated.

From New York Times

They required more high-speed sorters and envelope splicers and printers.

From New York Times

Al Rogers, a retired cable splicer for phone companies in Charlotte, voted for Mr. Bloomberg.

From New York Times

"I miss the smell of celluloid and the sound of reels rewinding and the ka-ching of the butt splicer. I'm still an analog guy at heart."

From Los Angeles Times

Workers from cable splicers to call center employees are expected to participate in the strike.

From Wall Street Journal