Main Entry:

¹clasp

Pronunciation:

\ˈklasp\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English claspe

Date:

14th century

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 awarded2: a holding or enveloping with or as if with the hands or arms