Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clench
verb
/klɛntʃ/
Definition
To close or hold something tightly, often due to tension or strong emotion.
Examples
- She clenched her fists in anger.
- He tends to clench his jaw when he is stressed.
- The athlete clenched the rope tightly during the competition.
Meaning
Clenching usually refers to a physical action of gripping firmly, which can describe not just the hands but also the teeth or any part of the body.
Synonyms
- Grasp
- Grip
- Clutch
- Clamp
- Squeeze
