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The necklace clasp was tiny.
What does Clasp mean?
A clasp is a fastener, or to hold something tightly.
Dictionary definition
a small fastener that holds things together; as a verb, to hold something tightly.
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Clasp in a sentence
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She clasped her hands before the song began.
hard
The old bracelet had a silver clasp that snapped shut.
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Practice 1
What does clasp mean?
A clasp can hold things together, or clasp can mean to hold tightly.
Practice 2
Which word is closest to clasp when it means a firm hold?
A grip is a firm hold, similar to a clasp.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses clasp correctly?
A clasp is a fastener that can keep a necklace closed.
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Partnoun, verb.
MeaningClasp means A clasp is a fastener, or to hold something tightly.
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Word family
Clasp word family
Base word
clasp
noun
clasp
A fastener or firm hold.
noun
clasps
More than one clasp.
verb
clasped
Held tightly in the past.
verb
clasping
Holding tightly now.
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Hint for students
A clasp is a fastener, or to hold something tightly.
Common mix-up
Clasp does not always mean fastener. In some sentences, it means hold something tightly.
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Write two short sentences that use clasp in different ways. Underline the clue words that show which meaning is being used. Example: She clasped her hands before the song began. Clue words: clasped, hands, song. Ask: Which meaning of clasp does my sentence show?
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Ask students to compare meanings of clasp in this model sentence: "She clasped her hands before the song began." Which meaning fits, and what context clues prove it?
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