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clinch


Main Entry: 1clinch
Pronunciation: \ˈklinch\
Function: verb
Etymology: probably alteration of clench
Date: 1542

transitive verb 1 : clench 3
2 a : to turn over or flatten the protruding pointed end of (a driven nail); also : to treat (as a screw, bolt, or rivet) in a similar way b : to fasten in this way
3 a : to make final or irrefutable : settle <that clinched the argument> b : to assure the winning of <scored a touchdown to clinch the game>intransitive verb 1 : to hold an opponent (as in boxing) at close quarters with one or both arms
2 : to hold fast or firmly

clinch·ing·ly \ˈklin-chiŋ-lē\ adverb


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