noun Uncommon

clutching

KLUH-chihng

Clutching (noun) means the act of gripping something tightly. Example: “His clutching at the railing showed how frightened he was.”

noun

The act of gripping something tightly.

"His clutching at the railing showed how frightened he was."

How to use clutching

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action of holding onto something tightly.

Common pairings

clutching at straws

clutchings plural

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His _____ at the railing showed how frightened he was.

What does “clutching” mean?

The word “clutching” means the act of gripping something tightly. In plain terms, the action of holding onto something tightly.

How do you pronounce “clutching”?

“Clutching” is pronounced KLUH-chihng (/ˈklʌ.t͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “clutching” in a sentence?

Here is “clutching” used in a sentence: “His clutching at the railing showed how frightened he was.”

What part of speech is “clutching”?

“Clutching” is a noun.

Is “clutching” a common word?

“Clutching” is an uncommon word in modern English.