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Definitions for clinch

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

  • A tight or amorous embrace

  • The flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

  • A small slip noose made with seizing

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

  • Settle conclusively

  • Flatten the ends (of nails and rivets)

  • Secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts

  • Hold in a tight grasp

  • Embrace amorously

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

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