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clasp
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- pronunciation:
- klaesp
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a usu. metal device with two interlocking parts, used to fasten something.
The clasp broke, and the necklace fell on the floor.Can you fasten this clasp for me?- synonyms:
- fastener, fastening
- similar words:
- clip, hasp, hook, hook and eye, latch, pin
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| definition 2: |
a grasping or gripping with or as if with a hand or arms.
When we shook hands, his clasp was strong and warm.- synonyms:
- clutch, grasp, grip, squeeze
- similar words:
- clench, embrace, handshake, hold, hug
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| related words: |
brace, buckle, catch, clamp, clinch, grasp, grip, lock |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
clasps, clasping, clasped |
| definition 1: |
to fasten with a clasp.
This bracelet is difficult to clasp.- synonyms:
- fasten
- similar words:
- clip, hasp, hook, pin
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| definition 2: |
to grasp or grip with or as if with a hand or arms.
She clasped her purse tightly in her hand.
- synonyms:
- clutch, grasp, grip, hold
- antonyms:
- release
- similar words:
- clench, grapple, wrap
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| related words: |
buckle, clamp, embrace, fasten, grab, grip, latch, press, retain, seize, shake, stick, wring |
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| derivation: |
clasper (n.) |
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