Clinch Definition

klĭnch
clinched, clinches, clinching
verb
clinched, clinches, clinching
To secure (a nail, bolt, etc. that has been driven through something) by bending or flattening the projecting end.
Webster's New World
To fasten firmly together by this means.
Webster's New World
To settle (an argument, bargain, etc.) definitely.
Webster's New World
To make sure of winning; win conclusively.
Webster's New World
To grip the opponent's body with one or both arms so as to hinder punching effectiveness.
Webster's New World
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noun
clinches
Something, such as a clamp, that clinches.
American Heritage
A fastening, as with a clinched nail.
Webster's New World
The bent or flattened part of a clinched nail, bolt, etc.
Webster's New World
An act of clinching.
Webster's New World
A clinch knot.
American Heritage

Origin of Clinch

  • Arisen from clench in XVI century.

    From Wiktionary

  • Variant of clench

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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