Sekirov Dictionary

clutch

/ˈklʌt͡ʃ/

noun11

  1. A device to interrupt power transmission, commonly used to separate the engine and gearbox in a car.
  2. The pedal in a car that disengages power and torque transmission from the engine (through the drivetrain) to the drive wheels.
  3. A brood of chickens or a sitting of bird, monotreme or reptile eggs; a sitting.
  4. A group or bunch (of people or things).
  5. A grip, especially one seen as rapacious or evil.
  6. (US) An important or critical situation.
  7. A small handbag or purse with no straps or handle.
  8. Any device for gripping an object, as at the end of a chain or tackle.
  9. A fastener that attaches to the back of a tack pin to secure an accessory to clothing. (See Clutch (pin fastener).)
  10. The claw of a predatory animal or bird.
  11. A difficult maneuver.

verb5

  1. To seize, as though with claws.
  2. To grip or grasp tightly.
  3. To win despite being the only remaining player on one's team, against several opponents.
  4. To unexpectedly or luckily succeed in a difficult activity.
  5. To hatch.

adjective1

  1. (US, Canada) Performing or tending to perform well in difficult, high-pressure situations.
forms

clutched · clutcht · clutching · clutches · more clutch · most clutch

Phrases with clutch

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