claw in French
claw in French is griffe, pince, pied-de-biche — claw means a sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
claw in French
griffe
A curved, pointed, horny projection on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.
pince
pied-de-biche
A mechanical device resembling a claw, used for gripping or lifting.
pieds-de-biche
A mechanical device resembling a claw, used for gripping or lifting.
griffer
s'agripper
To use the claws to seize, to grip.
What does "claw" mean?
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noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
"The eagle's claws locked onto the branch."
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noun A pincer of a crab, lobster, or similar creature.
"The lobster snapped its claw shut."
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verb To scratch, grip, or tear at something using claws (or fingernails).
"The dog clawed at the door to be let out."
claw in a sentence
- The eagle's claws locked onto the branch.
- The cat left claw marks all over the sofa.
- The lobster snapped its claw shut.
- The dog clawed at the door to be let out.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "claw" in French?
"claw" in French is griffe, pince, pied-de-biche. claw means: A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
How do you use "claw" in a sentence?
Example: "The eagle's claws locked onto the branch." In French, "claw" is griffe, pince, pied-de-biche.
Are there other ways to say "claw" in French?
Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "claw": griffe, pince, pied-de-biche, pieds-de-biche, griffer, s'agripper.
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