Clinch: meaning, definitions and examples

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clinch

[ klɪn(t)ʃ ]

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boxing

Settle (a matter) decisively.

Synonyms

confirm, seal, secure

Examples of usage

He clinched the victory with a powerful left hook.
The boxer clinched the championship title with a knockout in the final round.

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negotiation

Reach an agreement or settle an argument by bargaining or discussing terms.

Synonyms

conclude, finalize, secure

Examples of usage

They were able to clinch a deal after a long negotiation process.
The two parties finally clinched a compromise on the issue.

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construction

A bend or a sharp fold in a sheet of material.

Synonyms

crease, crease, fold

Examples of usage

The metal sheet had a clinch at one end, making it difficult to flatten.
The carpenter used a clinch to join two pieces of wood together.

Translations

Translations of the word "clinch" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fecho

empate
agarramento

🇮🇳 मुठभेड़

🇩🇪 Klammer

🇮🇩 kunci

🇺🇦 клінч

🇵🇱 klincz

🇯🇵 クリンチ

🇫🇷 prise

🇪🇸 agarre

🇹🇷 kavrama

🇰🇷 클린치

🇸🇦 اشتباك

🇨🇿 klinč

🇸🇰 klinč

🇨🇳 紧握

🇸🇮 klinč

🇮🇸 klínch

🇰🇿 клинч

🇬🇪 კლინჩი

🇦🇿 kliç

🇲🇽 agarre

Word origin

The word 'clinch' originated from Middle English 'clinchen' and Old English 'clencan', which meant 'to fasten with a hook or clasp'. It has evolved over time to signify decisively settling a matter or reaching an agreement. The term has been widely used in various fields such as boxing, negotiation, and construction, reflecting its versatility and importance in different contexts.