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CLASPING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Clasping.

How to pronounce clasping:

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Clasping - as a noun

A fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together

The act of grasping

Example: "He released his clasp on my arm"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clench13clutch13clutches15grasp8grip7hold8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grasping12prehension15seizing17taking hold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Clasping - as a verb

Hold firmly and tightly

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grasp8hold on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unclasp11

Fasten with or as if with a brooch

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brooch13

Fasten with a buckle or buckles

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buckle14

Grasp firmly

Example: "The child clasped my hands"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unclasp11

Example Sentences

"She had a clasping hairpin holding her ponytail in place."
"The book had a clasping cover to keep the pages protected."
"He was wearing a clasping bracelet around his wrist."
"The clasping lock on the suitcase provided extra security."
"She wore a clasping necklace adorned with diamonds."
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Word Game Points

Is CLASPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clasping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLASPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CLASPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clasping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLASPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is CLASPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clasping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLASPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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