The meaning of Clung

verb

Grasp (something) tightly with one's hand.

Usage examples:

He clasped her arm

noun

A device with interlocking parts used for fastening things together.

Usage examples:

A gold bracelet with a turquoise clasp

verb

To hold someone or something firmly in your hands or arms

Usage examples:

He clasped the vase, afraid he would drop it., she had a firm clasp on her daughter’s hand.

verb

(with reference to the fingers or hand) close into a tight ball, especially as a manifestation of extreme anger.

Usage examples:

She clenched her fists, struggling for control

noun

A contraction or tightening of part of the body.

Usage examples:

She saw the anger rise, saw the clench of his fists

verb

To hold something tightly, or press together your lips or your hands in anger or determination

Usage examples:

He clenched his fist and waved it at the crowd.

verb

Grasp (something) tightly.

Usage examples:

He stood clutching a microphone

noun

A tight grasp.

Usage examples:

She made a clutch at his body

adjective

(in sport) denoting or occurring at a critical situation in which the outcome of a game or competition is at stake.

Usage examples:

They both are hard-nosed players who seem to thrive in clutch situations

verb

Hold close in one's arms as a way of showing love or affection.

Usage examples:

He cuddles the baby close

noun

A prolonged and affectionate hug.

Usage examples:

He just wanted a comforting kiss and a cuddle

verb

To put your arms around someone and hold him or her in a loving way, or of two people, to hold each other close for affection or comfort

Usage examples:

[ t ] she cuddled the baby in her arms., [ i ] i like to cuddle up in front of the fireplace with a…

verb

Hold (someone) closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection.

Usage examples:

Aunt sophie embraced her warmly

noun

An act of holding someone closely in one's arms.

Usage examples:

They were locked in an embrace

verb

To hold someone close to you with your arms to express affection, love, or sympathy, or when greeting or leaving someone

Usage examples:

[ i/t ] they embraced (each other) before saying good-bye., he has wholeheartedly embraced life in …

verb

Seize and hold firmly.

Usage examples:

She grasped the bottle

noun

A firm hold or grip.

Usage examples:

The child slipped from her grasp

verb

Hold firmly

verb

Take and keep a firm hold of; grasp tightly.

Usage examples:

His knuckles were white as he gripped the steering wheel

noun

A firm hold; a tight grasp.

Usage examples:

His arm was held in a vice-like grip

verb

Hold fast or firmly

phrasal verb

To continue doing something or staying somewhere although it is difficult or unpleasant to do so

Usage examples:

Hold on and i’ll go and get some help.

verb

Squeeze (someone) tightly in one's arms, typically to express affection.

Usage examples:

He hugged her close to him

noun

An act of holding someone tightly in one's arms, typically to express affection.

Usage examples:

There were hugs and tears as they were reunited

verb

Squeeze tightly in your arms, usually with fondness