definition of
clasp

[1] #1 clasp v. hold firmly and tightly. wn

[2] #2 clasp n. a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together. wn

[3] #3 clasp n. [clench, clutch, clutches, grasp, grip, hold] the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing". wn

[4] #4 clasp v. [brooch] fasten with or as if with a brooch. wn

[5] #5 clasp v. [buckle] fasten with a buckle or buckles. wn