clasp
Meaning
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- A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.
- An embrace, a grasp, or handshake.
Synonyms
take hold of
embrance
hold tightly
agraf
impugn
push down
retainer ring
stick on
hold on to
tie together
yoke together
take each other’s hands
hold in one’s arms
embrace closely to the chest
binding ring
latch hook
snap hook
clamp-iron
ring dey
spring dog
take in one's arms
put one's arms
catch hold of
hook on
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/klæsp/
Etymology
Noun dated in the 13th century AD and verb dated in the late 14th century AD; from claspe, possible modification of clapse, which is from Old English clyppan (“to grasp”). Related to English enclasp (“embrace, hold tightly in one's arms”).
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