Hand Clasp

Pronunciation: /hænd klæsp/

Definitions of hand clasp

noun the act of clasping or holding hands together

Example Sentences

A1 She greeted him with a friendly hand clasp.

A2 The handshake turned into a warm hand clasp as they said goodbye.

B1 The hand clasp signaled the beginning of their partnership.

B2 The firm hand clasp conveyed confidence and trust.

C1 The subtle hand clasp between the two leaders was noticed by everyone in the room.

C2 The delicate hand clasp between the lovers spoke volumes about their deep connection.

Examples of hand clasp in a Sentence

formal The two leaders sealed the deal with a firm hand clasp.

informal He greeted me with a friendly hand clasp.

slang She gave me a cool hand clasp before the game.

figurative Their hand clasp symbolized their unity and partnership.

Grammatical Forms of hand clasp

• past tense: hand clasped
• plural: hand clasps
• comparative: more hand clasp
• superlative: most hand clasp
• present tense: hand clasps
• future tense: will hand clasp
• perfect tense: has hand clasped
• continuous tense: is hand clasping
• singular: hand clasp
• positive degree: hand clasp
• infinitive: to hand clasp
• gerund: hand clasping
• participle: hand clasped

Origin and Evolution of hand clasp

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'hand clasp' originated from the Old English word 'clæpsan' meaning 'to grasp or seize'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'hand clasp' has retained its original meaning of joining hands as a gesture of friendship, agreement, or greeting.