Synonyms of clasp

Noun


1. clasp, fastener, fastening, holdfast, fixing

usage: a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together

2. clasp, clench, clutch, clutches, grasp, grip, hold, grasping, taking hold, seizing, prehension

usage: the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing"

Verb


1. clasp, grasp, hold on

usage: hold firmly and tightly

2. brooch, clasp, fasten, fix, secure

usage: fasten with or as if with a brooch

3. buckle, clasp, fasten, fix, secure

usage: fasten with a buckle or buckles

4. clasp, seize, prehend, clutch

usage: grasp firmly; "The child clasped my hands"

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Definition and meaning of clasp (Dictionary)