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clinch

UK
/klɪnʧ/
US
/klɪnʧ/

Translations

clinchnoun
clinches
pl
UK
/klɪnʧ/
US
/klɪnʧ/
The fighters were in a clinch, struggling for dominance.
Бойцы были в захвате, борясь за превосходство.
They shared a warm clinch before saying goodbye.
Они обменялись теплым объятием перед прощанием.
Additional translations
заклепка
зажим
сцепление
Synonyms
hold
grasp
clutch
embrace
grip
clinchverb
clinched
Past Simple
clinched
Past Participle
clinching
Gerund
UK
/klɪntʃ/
US
/klɪntʃ/
They managed to clinch the deal after long negotiations.
Им удалось закрепить сделку после долгих переговоров.
The boxer tried to clinch his opponent to avoid further punches.
Боксер попытался захватить соперника, чтобы избежать дальнейших ударов.
Additional translations
зажать
запечатать
Synonyms
grasp
capture
fasten
settle
confirm
finalize
secure
clinchadjective
Used attributively in technical contexts (e.g., “clinch nail”) to describe items designed for or involving clinching.

Definitions

clinchnoun
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.
clinchverb
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.
clinchadjective
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.
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