clasps

Necklace securing mechanisms

Clasps are fastening devices that grip or hold things together—on jewelry, bags, belts, or clothing.

The word also names the act of gripping: She held him in a tight clasp.

To clasp is to fasten with such a device, or to grip firmly: He clasped her hand, She clasped the necklace around her neck.

Hands clasped in prayer or greeting press together.

secure

fasten

Fix securely in position

  • lockMechanism requiring a key
  • latchDoor-securing catch
  • sealAuthentication stamp or mark

close · attach · fix · tighten · anchor · bind · join · connect · clamp · cinch

fastener

buckle

Frame-and-prong fastener

  • snapSudden sharp sound
  • hookCurved catching device
  • latchDoor-securing catch

clip · pin · hasp · closure · toggle · catch · fastening · button · zipper · velcro

grip

grasp

Seize or understand

  • embraceHold closely in arms
  • clutchMechanism linking engine to gearbox
  • holdMaintain in grasp

clench · seize · squeeze · cling · handclasp · handshake · hug · enfold · press · clamp

jewelry

locket

Hinged pendant holding keepsakes

fishhook · slide lock

Categories
Opposites
fastening action

claspsunclasps

Opens a closure

unfastens · releases · unlatches · unhooks · opens

holding/gripping action

claspsreleases

Lets go or publishes

lets go · drops · relinquishes · unclasps · frees

Phrases
Family

clasp, clasping, clasped, unclasp, unclasped, unclasping

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G