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CLINCHES

(noun, verb)
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There are 11 meanings of the word Clinches.

How to pronounce clinches:

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Clinches - as a noun

(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

A small slip noose made with seizing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clench13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
noose5running nooseslip noose
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

A device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clamp11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
holding device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A tight or amorous embrace

Example: "Come here and give me a big hug"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hug7squeeze25

Clinches - as a verb

Secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts

Example: "The girder was clinched into the wall"

Hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches

Hold in a tight grasp

Example: "Clench a steering wheel"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clench13

Embrace amorously

Flatten the ends (of nails and rivets)

Example: "The nails were clinched"

Settle conclusively

Example: "Clinch a deal"

Example Sentences

"He clinches his fist in anger."
"The boxer clinches his opponent to avoid getting hit."
"She clinches the deal by offering a lower price."
"The team clinches the victory in the final seconds of the game."
"He clinches his teeth to suppress his annoyance."
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Word Game Points

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

CLINCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

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

Is CLINCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clinches is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLINCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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