Clinch (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A tight or amorous embrace; "come here and give me a big hug".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Squeeze
• Hug

Hypernyms

• Embrace
• Embracement

Related Words

• Clinch (verb)

Meaning ²

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

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

• Manoeuvre
• Evasive Action

Meaning ³

A small slip noose made with seizing.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Clench

Hypernyms

• Running Noose
• Slip Noose

Related Words

• Clinch (verb)

Meaning ⁴

A device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Clamp

Hypernyms

• Holding Device

Hyponyms

• Bench Clamp
• C-clamp
• Cramp
• Pipe Vise
• Press

Meaning ⁵

The flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

• Fastening
• Fixing
• Holdfast