Gripping Gadget is a term used to describe two tools that are used to hold objects in place while they are being worked on. The first tool is a CLAMP, which is a device with two jaws that can be tightened to hold an object in place. The second tool is a VISE, which is a mechanical device that uses two jaws to hold an object in place. Both of these tools are used to securely hold objects in place while they are being worked on, making them essential for many tasks.