noun a woman's small handbag without handles or a strap
verb to grip or hold tightly
Clutches are small handbags without handles, typically carried by hand for formal occasions.
In sports such as wrestling and mixed martial arts, clutches refer to techniques used to gain control over an opponent.
Clutches are used in machines to connect and disconnect rotating shafts, allowing for control over power transmission.
Clutches are mechanical devices used in vehicles to engage and disengage power transmission, allowing for smooth gear changes.
Clutches are used in various machines and equipment to control the transmission of power between components.
In the world of literature, 'clutches' can be used to describe a character's desperate grasp on power or control.
Psychologists may use 'clutches' when discussing a patient's need for emotional support or security.
Fashion designers may refer to 'clutches' as a type of small handbag that is often used for formal events.
Mechanics may use 'clutches' when referring to the mechanism that engages and disengages power transmission between the engine and transmission in a vehicle.