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clinch

/klɪnʧ/

clinchnoun

clinches

/klɪnʧ/

Translations

захват

The fighters were in a clinch, struggling for dominance.

Бойцы были в захвате, борясь за превосходство.

объятие

They shared a warm clinch before saying goodbye.

Они обменялись теплым объятием перед прощанием.

Additional translations

заклепка

зажим

сцепление

Definitions

A tight hold or embrace, especially in a fight or contest.

The boxers were in a clinch, neither willing to let go.

A method of securing a nail or bolt by bending it over after it has been driven through something.

The carpenter used a clinch to ensure the nail wouldn't come loose.

A decisive or conclusive act or event that settles a matter.

The team's victory was the clinch they needed to secure the championship.

Synonyms

clinchverb

clinched

Past Simple

clinched

Past Participle

clinching

Gerund

/klɪntʃ/

Translations

закрепить

They managed to clinch the deal after long negotiations.

Им удалось закрепить сделку после долгих переговоров.

захватить

The boxer tried to clinch his opponent to avoid further punches.

Боксер попытался захватить соперника, чтобы избежать дальнейших ударов.

Additional translations

зажать

запечатать

Definitions

To make final or settle conclusively; to secure a victory or decision.

The team managed to clinch the championship with a last-minute goal.

To fasten or hold together tightly.

He used a hammer to clinch the nails into the wood.

To embrace or hold someone tightly.

The couple clinched in a warm hug after being apart for so long.

Synonyms

clinchadjective

Used attributively in technical contexts (e.g., “clinch nail”) to describe items designed for or involving clinching.

Definitions

Designed or intended to fasten by clinching; relating to the action or process of clinching.

The builder chose clinch nails for the hull because they hold the planks securely.