Clench Definition

klĕnch
clenched, clenches, clenching
verb
clenched, clenches, clenching
To bring together tightly; close (the teeth or fist) firmly.
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Clinch (vt. 1)

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To grip tightly.
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noun
clenches
A firm grip.
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A device that clenches.
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(engineering) A seal that is applied to formed thin-wall bushings.

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Origin of Clench

  • Middle English clenchen from Old English -clencan (in beclencan to hold fast)

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

  • From Old English beclenċan, causative of clingan (“cling”). Compare stink and stench.

    From Wiktionary

Clench Sentence Examples

  • The thought made her chest clench so tight, she almost stopped walking.

  • This condition, which is known as sleep bruxism, occurs when you grind your teeth together or clench your mouth while asleep.

  • Taran strode away, turmoil making his gut clench.

  • If you clench or grind your teeth while sleeping, using teeth grinding protection can help prevent complications.

  • As you begin to develop your balance, you will not need to clench your toes, and the cramping will not be an issue.

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Words Starting With

CCLCLE

Words Ending With

HCHNCH

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Words Starting With C and Ending With H

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6 Letter Words6 Letter Words Starting With C6 Letter Words Ending With H