clasp

🇺🇸 /klæsp/ 🇬🇧 /klɑːsp/
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verb
R

to hold something tightly with your hand

She used a clasp to secure the necklace around her neck.

R

to hold someone or something tightly with your arms

He gave her a warm clasp with his arms.

R

to fasten something with a clasp

Make sure to clasp the bracelet securely.

noun
R

a device that fastens something, like a bag or jewelry

The clasp on her purse broke, so she couldn't close it.

R

a tight hold with your hand or arms

His firm clasp made her feel safe.

translation

v. to hold something tightly with your hand; to hold someone or something tightly with your arms; to fasten something with a clasp
n. a device that fastens something, like a bag or jewelry; a tight hold with your hand or arms

Word Forms

3rd Present clasps
Progressive clasping
Past clasped
Perfect clasped
Plural clasps