klauw — meaning in English

English meaning

• claw noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
• clutch verb To grip or hold onto something tightly.
• talon noun A sharp, curved claw belonging to a bird of prey or other predator.

Senses

klauw is used for these senses in English:

• claw A curved, pointed, horny projection on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.
• clutch A device to interrupt power transmission, commonly used to separate the engine and gearbox in a car. [from 19th c.]
• talon A sharp, hooked claw of a bird of prey or other predatory animal.

claw — full definition

1. noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
2. noun A pincer of a crab, lobster, or similar creature.
3. verb To scratch, grip, or tear at something using claws (or fingernails).

clutch — full definition

1. verb To grip or hold onto something tightly.
2. noun The pedal or mechanism in a vehicle that disengages the engine from the wheels while changing gear.
3. noun A small handbag without straps, carried in the hand.
4. adj Performing well under pressure, especially in sport (informal, chiefly US).

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