clench Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a small slip noose made with seizing
clinch.
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noun the act of grasping
grip; clutches; clutch; grasp; hold; clasp.
- he released his clasp on my arm
- he has a strong grip for an old man
- she kept a firm hold on the railing
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verb hold in a tight grasp
clinch.
- clench a steering wheel
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verb squeeze together tightly
- clench one's jaw
WordNet
Clench noun & transitive verb
Definitions
See Clinch .