noun

1. A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.

   “I always have a hard time working the clasp on this necklace!”

2. (in the singular) An embrace, a grasp, or handshake.

   “He took her hand in a firm clasp.”

verb

1. To take hold of; to grasp; to grab tightly.

   “They clasped hands and parted as friends.”

2. To shut or fasten together with, or as if with, a clasp.

Synonyms: begrip, grasp, grip, attach, join, put together