Definition of clasp

claspverb

kẹp

/klɑːsp//klæsp/

The word "clasp" has its roots in Old English. It is believed to have originated from the Proto-Germanic word "klaspiz" which is also related to the Modern German word "klappen" meaning "to snap" or "to clasp". The Old English word "clæps" was used to describe a physical grasping or holding together of two things, such as a door or a garment. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the idea of emotionally or psychologically holding onto something or someone. Today, the word "clasp" can be used to describe a physical device for fastening or a metaphorical conversation or connection with someone or something.

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to hold something tightly in your hand

giữ chặt cái gì đó trong tay bạn

Example:
  • He leaned forward, his hands clasped tightly together.

    Anh nghiêng người về phía trước, hai tay đan chặt vào nhau.

  • They clasped hands (= held each other's hands).

    Họ siết chặt tay (= nắm tay nhau).

  • I stood there, clasping the door handle.

    Tôi đứng đó, nắm chặt tay nắm cửa.

Extra examples:
  • He clasped her arm and spun her about.

    Anh nắm lấy cánh tay cô và xoay cô lại.

  • He clasped my hand warmly in welcome.

    Anh ấy nắm chặt tay tôi nồng nhiệt chào đón.

  • She clasped her bag tightly as she walked through the crowd.

    Cô siết chặt túi xách khi bước qua đám đông.

  • She faced Will, her hands clasped together.

    Cô đối mặt với Will, hai tay đan vào nhau.

to hold somebody/something tightly with your arms around them

ôm ai/cái gì thật chặt với vòng tay của bạn quanh họ

Example:
  • She clasped the children in her arms.

    Cô ôm chặt bọn trẻ vào lòng.

  • He clasped her to him.

    Anh ôm chặt cô vào lòng.

  • She clasped her arms tightly around him.

    Cô vòng tay thật chặt quanh anh.

to fasten something with a clasp

buộc chặt cái gì đó bằng một cái móc

Example:
  • She clasped the bracelet around her wrist.

    Cô siết chặt chiếc vòng quanh cổ tay.

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