clasping
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/ˈklæspɪŋ/
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/ˈklɑːspɪŋ/
(clasp)
fasten tightly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clasp' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'claspen', where 'clas-' meant 'to fasten'.
Historical Evolution
'claspen' transformed into the modern English word 'clasp'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fasten or hold tightly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'clasp'.
She was clasping her hands tightly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45