staple \sta"ple\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {stapled} (-p'ld); p. pr.
& vb. n. {stapling}.]
1. To sort according to its staple; as, to staple cotton.
[1913 Webster]
2. To fasten together with a staple[9] or staples; as, to
staple a check to a letter.
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