Meaning & Definition of word "Clinch"

Clinch

/klɪntʃ/

1. A firm grip or hold.
- Example: He had a strong clinch on the rope as he climbed the steep hill.
2. A decisive or conclusive action or event that secures a victory.
- Example: The last-minute goal was the clinch that secured their win in the championship.

1. To secure or finalize something, often in an argumentative or negotiating context.
- Example: After several meetings, they were finally able to clinch the deal.
2. To hold something tightly; to grasp firmly.
- Example: He clinched the trophy as he celebrated his victory.
3. To ensure victory or success in a competition.
- Example: The team won the last game, clinching their position in the playoffs.

Middle English 'clench', from Old English 'clynnan', meaning to close or fasten.

clinch a deal:

To finalize an agreement or arrangement.

clinch the victory:

To ensure a win or success in a competition.

clinch an argument:

To prove one's point decisively.

grasp:

To take hold firmly.

secure:

To make safe or certain.

finalize:

To complete or close something definitively.

Meaning: To make a strong or convincing argument.

Example Sentence: He really clinched that debate.

Meaning: To achieve something after hard work.

Example Sentence: Winning that match clinched her status in the team.