clinching Meaning & Definition
What Does Clinching Mean?
As a verb, clinching means present participle and gerund of clinch. As an adjective, it means That settles something (such as an argument) definitely and conclusively. As a noun, it means A clinch; a passionate embrace.
Quick Facts About Clinching
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Plural | clinchings |
| Comparative / superlative | more clinching, most clinching |
Clinching Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of clinch
Clinching as an Adjective
- That settles something (such as an argument) definitely and conclusively.
Clinching as a Noun
- A clinch; a passionate embrace.
- A making certain or finalizing.
- The distortion of computer tape by wrinkling.
Synonyms of Clinching
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Clinching synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
clinching
clinching (comparative more clinching, superlative most clinching)
clinching (countable and uncountable, plural clinchings)
Words That Rhyme With Clinching
Common Questions About Clinching
Is clinching a verb or an adjective?
Clinching is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is the plural of clinching?
The plural of clinching is clinchings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of clinching?
The comparative form is more clinching and the superlative form is most clinching.