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CLINCHING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 12 meanings of the word Clinching.

Clinching - 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)
clench
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
nooserunning 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)
clamp
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)
hugsqueeze

Clinching - 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)
clench

Embrace amorously

Flatten the ends (of nails and rivets)

Example: "The nails were clinched"

Settle conclusively

Example: "Clinch a deal"

Clinching - as an adjective

That settles something (such as an argument) definitely and conclusively

Example Sentences

"She made a clinching argument that convinced everyone in the room."
"The team won the game with a clinching goal in the final minutes."
"His clinching evidence proved the defendant's guilt beyond a doubt."
"The clinching question left no room for further debate."
"The clinching blow knocked his opponent out cold."
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Word Game Points

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

CLINCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is CLINCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clinching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLINCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is CLINCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clinching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLINCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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