CLINCH





Definition:

  1. [noun] (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

  2. [noun] a small slip noose made with seizing
    Synonyms: clench

  3. [noun] the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

  4. [noun] a tight or amorous embrace; "come here and give me a big hug"
    Synonyms: hug, squeeze

  5. [verb] secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts; "The girder was clinched into the wall"

  6. [verb] hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches

  7. [verb] hold in a tight grasp; "clench a steering wheel"
    Synonyms: clench

  8. [verb] embrace amorously

  9. [verb] flatten the ends (of nails and rivets); "the nails were clinched"

  10. [verb] settle conclusively; "clinch a deal"

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