CLENCHES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a small slip noose made with seizing

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

the act of grasping

Example: he released his clasp on my arm; he has a strong grip for an old man; she kept a firm hold on the railing

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Verb

squeeze together tightly

Example: clench one's jaw

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

hold in a tight grasp

Example: clench a steering wheel