clasping (A2)
verb/noun
Pronunciation: /klɑːsp/
Definition
To hold something tightly in your hand or arms; to grip firmly.
Examples
He clasped his hands together in prayer.
She clasped the baby tightly to her chest.
The two friends clasped hands as they crossed the finish line.
How to Use clasping
- clasp [something] tightly (collocation)
- To hold something very firmly. — "He clasped the railing tightly as he looked down."
- clasp [someone] in [one's] arms (collocation)
- To hold someone closely in your arms. — "She clasped her child in her arms to comfort him."
- clasp [something] shut (collocation)
- To close something firmly. — "He clasped the lid shut on the container."
Synonyms of clasping
Words with a similar meaning to clasping:
Antonyms of clasping
Words with the opposite meaning to clasping:
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary