clenchKK [ˈklɛntʃ] ｜ /ˈklɛntʃ/
GEPT 中高級
C2noun
a small slip noose made with seizing
The sailor expertly tied a clench around the end of the rope to secure it to the cleat.
（航海）纜繩活結；扣環結
C2noun
the act of grasping
He clenched his fists tightly, showing how angry he was.
握緊；緊握
C2verb
hold in a tight grasp
The frustrated boxer clenched his fists tightly, ready to deliver a knockout punch.
C2verb
squeeze together tightly
She clenched her fists in anger, ready to fight.