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clutch

 

[ klʌtʃ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

car

A device that connects and disconnects the engine and transmission of a vehicle.

Examples of usage

  • The clutch allows the driver to change gears smoothly.
  • She pressed the clutch pedal to shift into first gear.
Context #2 | Noun

sports

A crucial or decisive moment when pressure is at its peak.

Examples of usage

  • He scored a goal in the clutch moment of the game.
  • The team performed well under clutch situations.
Context #3 | Verb

grasp

To grasp or hold tightly.

Examples of usage

  • She clutched the bouquet of flowers tightly.
  • He clutched the handlebars as he rode down the hill.

Translations

Translations of the word "clutch" in other languages:

🇵🇹 embrague

🇮🇳 क्लच

🇩🇪 Kupplung

🇮🇩 kopling

🇺🇦 зчеплення

🇵🇱 sprzęgło

🇯🇵 クラッチ

🇫🇷 embrayage

🇪🇸 embrague

🇹🇷 debriyaj

🇰🇷 클러치

🇸🇦 قابض

🇨🇿 spojka

🇸🇰 spojka

🇨🇳 离合器

🇸🇮 sklopka

🇮🇸 kúpling

🇰🇿 муфта

🇬🇪 კლატჩი

🇦🇿 tutmaq

🇲🇽 embrague

Etymology

The word 'clutch' originated from Old English 'clucge', meaning 'a claw or clutching hand'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the mechanism in a vehicle that connects and disconnects the engine and transmission. In sports, the term 'clutch' gained popularity to describe crucial moments of performance under pressure. The verb form 'clutch' has its roots in the idea of grasping tightly, reflecting the action of holding onto something firmly.

See also: clutcher.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,283 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.