clasp
[ klasp, klahsp ]
/ klæsp, klɑsp /
noun
verb (used with object), clasped or (Archaic) claspt [klaspt, klahspt] /klæspt, klɑspt/; clasping.
verb (used without object), clasped or (Archaic) claspt [klaspt, klahspt] /klæspt, klɑspt/; clasping.
to embrace or hug: The lovers clasped.
Nearby words
clarts, clarty, clary, clash, clashing rocks, clasp, clasp knife, clasp-hook, clasp-knife spasticity, clasper, claspers
Origin of clasp
Related formsin·ter·clasp, verb (used with object)re·clasp, verb (used with object)
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British Dictionary definitions for clasp
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 (tr)
to hold in a firm grasp
to grasp firmly with the hand
to fasten together with or as if with a clasp
Derived Formsclasper, noun
Word Origin for clasp
C14: of uncertain origin; compare Old English clyppan to embrace
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Medicine definitions for clasp
clasp
[ klăsp ]
n.
A part of a removable partial denture that directly retains or stabilizes a denture.
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