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Clench Definition & Meaning

clench
noun
  1. a small slip noose made with seizing
  2. the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing"
verb
  1. hold in a tight grasp; "clench a steering wheel"
  2. squeeze together tightly; "clench one's jaw"

"Clench" in song lyrics

See how clench is used in real songs:

  • "I see my guys sitting deep on the bench, my teeth clench"
    Bless 1 — Never Give Up
  • "Oh my good goodness, look what these three clench"
    Bliss N Eso — Vagina Ice
  • "In the sky, mystic, black; time for a rib clench,"
    The Kaze — Pure Anna

Usage tips for "clench"

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Frequently asked questions

What does clench mean?
a small slip noose made with seizing the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing" hold in a tight grasp; "clench a steering wheel" squeeze together tightly; "clench one's jaw"
What part of speech is clench?
Clench is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does clench have?
Clench has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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