clasp
Translation
to grasp, to fasten, to embrace
Examples
She clasped her hands in front of her.
She clasped her hands in front of her.
He clasped the necklace around her neck.
He clasped the necklace around her neck.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to hold (sth.) tightly She clasped her hands in front of her.
((sth.)) ((around sth.)) to fasten (sth.) around (sth.) He clasped the necklace around her neck.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grip, grasp, clutch, fasten
Etymology
From Old English 'clyppan' meaning 'to embrace', related to 'clip'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a crab's claw 'clasping' something tightly.