Clasp (Noun)
Meaning 1
A fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The clasp on her necklace was loose and kept coming undone.
- He struggled to open the clasp on his watch, which had become stuck over time.
- The delicate clasp on the antique brooch was a work of art in itself.
- The clasp on the briefcase was old and worn, but still held the case shut securely.
- The designer carefully crafted a intricate clasp to adorn the front of the handbag.
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Meaning 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".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.