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)
Definition: a small slip noose made with seizing
Similar words: noose, slip noose, running noose
Definition: a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
Synonyms: clench
Definition: squeeze together tightly
Usage: clench one's jaw
Definition: hold in a tight grasp
Usage: clench a steering wheel
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