Associations to the word «Clasp»

Wiktionary

CLASP, noun. A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.
CLASP, noun. (in the singular) An embrace, a grasp, or handshake.
CLASP, verb. (transitive) To take hold of; to grasp; to grab tightly.
CLASP, verb. To shut or fasten together with, or as if with, a clasp.
CLASP KNIFE, noun. Alternative spelling of clasp-knife
CLASP KNIVES, noun. Plural of clasp knife
CLASP LOCK, noun. A lock that closes or secures itself by means of a spring.

Dictionary definition

CLASP, noun. A fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together.
CLASP, noun. 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".
CLASP, verb. Hold firmly and tightly.
CLASP, verb. Fasten with or as if with a brooch.
CLASP, verb. Fasten with a buckle or buckles.
CLASP, verb. Grasp firmly; "The child clasped my hands".

Wise words

Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated by the inaudible language of the heart.
Martin Luther King Jr.