Synonyms: grasp, grip, hold, clasp, clench, clutch, clutches
Definition: the act of grasping
Usage: he released his clasp on my arm; he has a strong grip for an old man; she kept a firm hold on the railing
Similar words: prehension, taking hold, seizing, grasping
Definition: the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles)
Synonyms: clasp
Definition: a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together
Similar words: fastener, fastening, fixing, holdfast
Definition: restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
Synonyms: clasp
Definition: hold firmly and tightly
Synonyms: clasp
Definition: grasp firmly
Usage: The child clasped my hands
Similar words: prehend, seize, clutch
Definition: take hold of; grab
Usage: The sales clerk quickly seized the money on the counter; She clutched her purse; The mother seized her child by the arm; Birds of prey often seize small mammals
Definition: fasten with a buckle or buckles
Similar words: fix, fasten, secure
Definition: cause to be firmly attached
Usage: fasten the lock onto the door; she fixed her gaze on the man
Definition: fasten with or as if with a brooch
Similar words: fix, fasten, secure
Definition: cause to be firmly attached
Usage: fasten the lock onto the door; she fixed her gaze on the man