aferrarse — meaning in English

English meaning

• brace noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.
• cleave verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.
• cling verb To hold on tightly to something so as not to fall or be separated.

Senses

aferrarse is used for these senses in English:

• brace (transitive, intransitive) To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
• cleave (intransitive, rare) Followed by to or unto: to adhere, cling, or stick fast to something.
• cling (figurative, with preposition to) To be fond of, to feel strongly about and dependent on.

brace — full definition

1. noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.
2. noun A pair of something, especially game birds or similar items.
3. verb To prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant, such as an impact or shock.

cleave — full definition

1. verb To split something apart, typically with a sharp tool or a forceful blow.
2. verb To stick closely or stay loyal to something, especially a belief, plan, or person (an older, more formal use).

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