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clasp
[klasp, klahsp]
noun
a device, usually of metal, for fastening together two or more things or parts of the same thing.
a clasp for paper money; a clasp on a necklace.
a firm grasp or grip.
a clasp of hands.
a tight embrace.
She held the child in a loving clasp.
Synonyms: huga small bar or metal design, as a star, for affixing to the ribbon of a military decoration to indicate that the bearer has been awarded the decoration an additional time.
verb (used with object)
to fasten with or as with a clasp.
to furnish with a clasp.
to seize, grasp, or grip with the hand.
She clasped the club in her hand.
to hold in a tight embrace; hug.
He clasped the child to him.
verb (used without object)
to embrace or hug.
The lovers clasped.
clasp
/ klɑːsp /
noun
a fastening, such as a catch or hook, used for holding things together
a firm grasp, hold, or embrace
military a bar or insignia on a medal ribbon, to indicate either a second award or the battle, campaign, or reason for its award
verb
to hold in a firm grasp
to grasp firmly with the hand
to fasten together with or as if with a clasp
Other Word Forms
- interclasp verb (used with object)
- reclasp verb (used with object)
- clasper noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of clasp1
Example Sentences
His brothers and wife, clasping hands, sat in the first row watching.
“My heavens!” she whispered, clasping her hands to her bosom.
He reached out to clasp her in a fond hug.
Lady Constance clasped her hands over her heart.
He cast a sideways look at Cassiopeia, then clasped his hands in front of him and rolled his eyes heavenward.
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