留め金 — meaning in English

English meaning

• clasp noun A fastener with interlocking parts used to hold something closed, like a necklace or bag.
• hook noun A curved piece of metal or other material used to catch, hold, or hang something.

Senses

留め金 is used for these senses in English:

• clasp (countable) A device with interlocking parts used for fastening things together, such as a fastener or a holder.
• hook A rod bent into a curved shape, typically with one end free and the other end secured to a rope or other attachment.

clasp — full definition

1. noun A fastener with interlocking parts used to hold something closed, like a necklace or bag.
2. verb To hold something tightly, often by wrapping fingers or arms around it.

hook — full definition

1. noun A curved piece of metal or other material used to catch, hold, or hang something.
2. noun A catchy opening line or musical phrase designed to grab attention.
3. verb To catch, fasten, or connect with or as if with a hook.

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