How many syllables in clipper?

There are 2 syllables in the word clipper.

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Definition of clipper:

clipper (noun):: one that clips something; shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural).

Synonyms for clipper:

bark

brigantine

bugeye

caravel

cat rig

catamaran

catboat

caïque

circuit

clipper ship

corvette

cutter

dinghy

electric circuit

electrical circuit

frigate

galleon

galley

junk

keelboat

ketch

knockabout

limiter

lugger

outrigger

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