'agraffe' originates from French, specifically the word 'agrafe,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'graphe' meant 'hook.'

'agrafe' transformed into the English word 'agraffe' and eventually became the modern English word 'agraffes' in its plural form.

Initially, it meant 'hook or clasp,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'metal fastener for corks.'