clasp1/klæsp; klɑːsp/n 1 [C] a small metal object used to fasten a bag, jewellery etc 扣子﹔扣环 2 [singular 单数] when you hold something tightly [ grip ] 紧握﹔紧抱: the firm clasp of her father's hand 她父亲有力的握手
clasp2v [T] to hold someone or something tightly 抱紧﹔握紧: clasp sb/sth in your hands/arms She clasped the baby in her arms. 她把宝宝紧紧地抱在怀里。