clapperclaw

/ (ˈklæpəˌklɔː) /

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verb (tr) archaic

to claw or scratch with the hands and nails

to revile; abuse

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Derived forms of clapperclaw

clapperclawer, noun

Word Origin for clapperclaw

C16: perhaps from clapper + claw

Words nearby clapperclaw

clap on, clapped-out, clapper, clapperboard, clapper bridge, clapperclaw, clapper rail, clappy-doo, clap skate, clapt, Clapton

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How to use clapperclaw in a sentence

In the race of fashion the resolute and active De Mogyns has passed the poor old Clapperclaw.
The Book of Snobs|William Makepeace Thackeray
Certain it is, that between her and Miss Clapperclaw, on the first floor, the poor wenches lead a dismal life.
The Christmas Books|William Makepeace Thackeray
"I never knew a woman who was constantly bullied by her husband who did not like him the better for it," Miss Clapperclaw says.
The Christmas Books|William Makepeace Thackeray
"Hold your tongue, sir," said Miss Clapperclaw, tossing up her virgin head with an indignant blush on her nose.
The Christmas Books|William Makepeace Thackeray

Miss Clapperclaw says he acted pretty well, and that I only joke about him because I am envious, and wanted to act a part myself.
The Christmas Books|William Makepeace Thackeray