clinch

definition: (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

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speech part: noun

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definition: a tight or amorous embrace

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speech part: noun

synonyms: squeeze hug

definition: a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

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speech part: noun

synonyms: clamp

definition: the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

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speech part: noun

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definition: a small slip noose made with seizing

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speech part: noun

synonyms: clench

definition: to settle conclusively

example: They clinched the deal.

speech part: verb

synonyms: settle square up determine square off

definition: to flatten the ends of nails and rivets

example: They clinched the nails to secure the floorboards.

speech part: verb

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definition: to secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts

example: The girder was clinched into the wall.

speech part: verb

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definition: to embrace amorously

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speech part: verb

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definition: to hold in a tight grasp

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speech part: verb

synonyms: clench

definition: to hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches

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speech part: verb

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clinch is explained and pronounced