enclasp

[en-klasp, -klahsp]

verb (used with object)

1. to hold in or as in a clasp or embrace.

enclasp

/ ɪnˈklɑːsp /

verb

1. (tr) to clasp; embrace

Word History and Origins

Origin of enclasp¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; en- ¹ + clasp

Example Sentences

Inclasp, in-klasp′, v.t. to clasp to: to enclasp.

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Enclasp, en-klasp′, v.t. to clasp.

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Again the shout triumphant shakes the bay; Form'd as a crescent, wedg'd in firm array, Their fleet's wide horns the Lusian ships enclasp, Prepar'd to crush them in their iron grasp.

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Lest these enclasp�d hands should never hold, This mutual kiss drop down between us both As an unowned thing, once the lips being cold.

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Round ivory neck and arm Enclasp a separate charm: Hang o’er her poised; but breathe nor sigh nor prayer: Silently ye may smile, But hold your breath the while, And let the wind sweep back your cloudy hair!

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