clasp

¹clasp

noun \ˈklasp\

Definition of CLASP

1

a : a device (as a hook) for holding objects or parts together b : a device (as a bar) attached to a military medal to indicate an additional award of the medal or the action or service for which it was awarded

2

: a holding or enveloping with or as if with the hands or arms

Examples of CLASP

1. Can you fasten the clasp on this bracelet for me?
2. <be careful that your clasp on the cat isn't too tight, or she could get hurt>

Origin of CLASP

Middle English claspe

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to CLASP

Synonyms: hold, clench, grapple, grasp, grip, handgrip, handhold

Related Words: anchorage, leverage, purchase; grab, seizure; foothold, footing, toehold; clinch, embrace, hug

Near Antonyms: release, relinquishment

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Rhymes with CLASP

asp, gasp, grasp, hasp, rasp