clinch — meaning in English
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English meaning
- clinch verb To settle something definitely, or make a deal or victory certain.
Senses
clinch is used for these senses in English:
- clinch (wrestling, combat sports) The act of one or both fighters holding onto the other to prevent being hit or engage in standup grappling.
clinch — full definition
- verb To settle something definitely, or make a deal or victory certain.
- verb In boxing or wrestling, to hold an opponent close with the arms to prevent being hit.
- noun The act of holding onto an opponent in a fight to avoid being struck.