One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
Synonyms of clasp in English:
clasp
See definition of clasp
verb
1‘Ruth clasped his hand’
SYNONYMS
grasp, grip, clutch, hold tightly, hang on to, cling to
take hold of, seize, grab
2‘he clasped Joanne in his arms’
SYNONYMS
embrace, hug, enfold, fold, enclose, envelop, wrap
hold, squeeze
archaic strain
noun
1‘a gold bracelet with a turquoise clasp’
SYNONYMS
fastener, fastening, catch, clip, pin
hook, hook and eye, buckle, hasp, lock
fibula
2‘his tight clasp’
SYNONYMS
embrace, hug, cuddle, hold, squeeze
grip, grasp