CLINCH
Scrabble letter values: C3L1I1N1C3H4 = 13
Definition
- noun (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily.
- noun a small slip noose made with seizing. — synonyms: clench
- noun the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet.
- noun a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together. — synonyms: clamp
- noun a tight or amorous embrace. — synonyms: hug, squeeze
- verb secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts.
- verb hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches.
- verb hold in a tight grasp. — synonyms: clench
- verb embrace amorously.
- verb flatten the ends (of nails and rivets).
- verb settle conclusively.
Examples
- “come here and give me a big hug”
- “The girder was clinched into the wall”
- “clench a steering wheel”