Simple meaning
What does Clench mean?
Clench means to close something tightly, such as a hand or jaw.
Dictionary definition
To close something tightly, such as a hand or jaw.
Example sentences
Clench in a sentence
easy
In the story, the character used a clench to show a feeling.
medium
Our class discussed how the word clench describes body movement in a scene.
hard
The passage used clench to help readers understand the character's reaction without long explanation.
Synonyms
Words like Clench
motionmovement of the body or a body part
expressiona visible way to show a feeling or message
Antonyms
Opposite words
stillnesslittle or no movement
calmnessa steady state without visible reaction
Word family
Clench word family
Base word
clench
verb
clench
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does clench mean?
Clench is used to describe to close something tightly, such as a hand or jaw.
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