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clinch(2)(dictionary)
clinch 1, verb(dictionary)
clinch 2, noun(dictionary)
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clinch(2) (iou)



clinch verb. L16.
[Var. of CLENCH verb, prob. by assim. to CLINK verb2.]
verb trans.
a. Fix securely (as) with a nail, bolt, rivet, etc.; secure (a nail, rivet, etc.) by driving the point sideways when through. L16.
b. fig. Make firm and sure (an argument, bargain, etc.); drive home; make conclusive, establish. E18.
Anthony Smith His earlier, considered, authenticated and definite wish clinched the matter.
verb trans. = CLENCH verb 2. E17-E19.
verb trans. Nautical. Fasten (a rope) with a clinch. M18.
verb intrans. Grapple at close quarters; (of boxers) come too close for a full-arm blow. E19.
b. Embrace. colloq. (orig. US). L19.
clincher noun a person who or thing which clinches; esp. a conclusive statement, argument, etc.;
clincher-built = clinker-built s.v. CLINKER noun1: ME.