noun

clincher

Clincher (noun) means a fact, event, or argument that settles something once and for all. Example: “His alibi was the clincher that got the case dismissed.”

noun

A fact, event, or argument that settles something once and for all.

"His alibi was the clincher that got the case dismissed."

A type of bicycle tyre with a bead that hooks onto the wheel rim.

"Most road bikes use clincher tyres rather than tubulars."

How to Use Clincher

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe final, decisive point that settles an argument or decision.

Common pairings

the real clincher a clincher argument

Word Forms

clinchers plural

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Etymology

From clinch + -er — literally "the thing that clinches" a matter.

Rhymes for clincher

Fincher

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “clincher” mean?

The word “clincher” means a fact, event, or argument that settles something once and for all. In plain terms, the final, decisive point that settles an argument or decision.

How do you use “clincher” in a sentence?

Here is “clincher” used in a sentence: “His alibi was the clincher that got the case dismissed.”

What part of speech is “clincher”?

“Clincher” is a noun.

How many meanings does “clincher” have?

“Clincher” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fact, event, or argument that settles something once and for all.