Definition & Meaning of "clinch"

(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

a small slip noose made with seizing

a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

to secure or fasten a nail, bolt, rivet, etc. tightly by bending the protruding end over to hold them in place

to grasp or hold onto something tightly and securely

to hold someone tightly in one's arms, usually as a gesture of affection, comfort, or support

to hold onto one's opponent in close quarters during a boxing match to prevent them from landing punches

to successfully win or achieve something