Clinch Definition & Meaning
clinch
- noun
- (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily
- a small slip noose made with seizing
- the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet
- a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together
- a tight or amorous embrace; "come here and give me a big hug"
- verb
- secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts; "The girder was clinched into the wall"
- hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches
- hold in a tight grasp; "clench a steering wheel"
- embrace amorously
- flatten the ends (of nails and rivets); "the nails were clinched"
- settle conclusively; "clinch a deal"
"Clinch" in song lyrics
See how clinch is used in real songs:
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"Your posse roll up, I won't even clinch"
The 7A3 — 1/2 Bouldin, the Other 1/2 Ince -
"I'm the type to disappear and reappear in a clinch"
Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Apathy, Planetary — When You Need Me -
"You don't know I come through in the clinch"
The Rodentz — Summer Peach
Words that rhyme with clinch
Usage tips for "clinch"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "clinch" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for clinch to find words that pair well.