clench (n.)

  1. a small slip noose made with seizing

    [ Syn: clinch ]

  2. 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

    [ Syn: clasp , clutch , clutches , grasp , grip , hold ]

    clench (v.)

  1. hold in a tight grasp; clench a steering wheel

    [ Syn: clinch ]

  2. squeeze together tightly; clench one's jaw'

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