Definition of clasp - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
fastenerdevice that fastens things together
- The necklace has a gold clasp.
2.
tight holdact of holding tightly
- Their emotional reunion ended with a tight clasp of hands..
3.
awardsTECH. UK bar on a medal ribbon for additional awardsTECH. UK
- He received a clasp for his bravery.
Verb
1.
actionshold something tightly with hands or arms
- She clasped the child in her arms.
2.
embracehold someone tightly in one's arms
- They clasped each other in a warm hug..
3.
fasteningRare secure two things together with a small fastenerRare
- He clasped the necklace around her neck.
Images of clasp
device that fastens things together 
bar on a medal ribbon for additional awards
Expressions with clasp
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clip that holds a tie to a shirt
He wore a silver tie clasp with his suit.
hold someone close using your arms tightly
She clasped her child in her arms.
large knife with multiple folding blades or tools
The clasp knife includes a screwdriver and a bottle opener.
hold something close to one's chest
She clasped the letter to her heart.
lock that closes with a spring mechanism
The necklace has a clasp lock for easy fastening.
hold something tightly against the chest
She clasped the letter to her heart.
Origin of clasp
Old English, claspe (fastening)
Terms with clasp included in their meaning
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affection
clasp each other's hands affectionately
sewing
clasp pin with a guard for safety
fashion accessory
rigid ring worn on wrist or ankle, often without clasp
fashion
metal or plastic clasp for fastening a belt
fashion
metal clasp for fastening belts or straps
fastening
the act of closing with a clasp or fastener
fasten
secure a strap by closing its clasp
secure fit
fit or clasp together securely
fashion
cord necktie with an ornamental clasp
fastener
clasp with a hook fastening onto a ring
fashion
necktie with a cord and ornamental clasp
fashion
cord with an ornamental clasp worn as a necktie
accessory
decorative tie with a sliding clasp
security
bolt closed using a metal clasp or hinge
religion
clasp for fastening a cope in ecclesiastical dress
safety clasp
pin with a safety clasp
transportation
clasp on a carriage dashboard for holding reins
jewelry
clasp used for necklaces or bracelets
clothing
the act of opening a clasp or fastening
scouting
Boy Scout's neckerchief clasp or slide
secure hold
holding tightly or securely like a clasp
fastening
fastened with a clasp
fastening
release the clasp that holds something closed
clothing
open or released from a clasp
Examples of clasp in a sentence
The bag's clasp broke unexpectedly. The baby's clasp on her finger was surprisingly strong. He felt a clasp on his shoulder, reassuring him. The soldier's uniform displayed a clasp for his service. She was awarded a clasp for her achievements. He clasped the rope tightly during the climb.
The child clasped her mother's hand in fear. He clasped his daughter tightly before she left. The child clasped the teddy bear all night. She clasped the bracelet with care. The clasped hands symbolized their unity.
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- French:fermoir, serrer, ...
- German:Verschluss, umklammern, ...
- Italian:chiusura, abbracciare, ...
- Spanish:broche, abrazar, ...
- Portuguese:fecho, apertar, ...
- Chinese:扣子, 抱紧, ...
- Japanese:留め金, しっかりと抱く, ...
- Arabic:مِشْبَك, عانَق, ...
- Hebrew:אַבְזָם, לַחֲבֵּק בְּחוֹזְקָה, ...
- Russian:застежка, обнимать, ...
- Ukrainian:застібка, обіймати, ...
- Hindi:क्लैस्प, भींचना, ...
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