clasp | Definition of clasp

clasp

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of clasp

1 to put one's arms around and press tightly

clasped his long-lost sister and cried without restraint

Synonyms of clasp

bear-hug, crush, embrace, enclasp, enfold, grasp, hug, strain

Words Related to clasp

clamp, cling, cradle, grab, grip, hold

bosom, embosom, encircle, entwine, envelop, enwind

fold, lock, twine, wrap

cuddle, fondle, nestle, nuzzle, pat, pet, snuggle, stroke

2 to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms

clasped a crayon and began drawing

Synonyms of clasp

grasp, grip, hold, take

Words Related to clasp

clench, cling (to), clutch, hold on (to)

catch, nab, seize, snatch

Phrases Synonymous with clasp

hang on to, lay hold of

Near Antonyms of clasp

discharge, drop, free, liberate, release

deliver, entrust (also intrust), give, hand, hand over, pass, relinquish, transfer, transmit, turn over, unhand