n. (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

n. a tight or amorous embrace; "come here and give me a big hug"

n. a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

n. the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet

n. a small slip noose made with seizing

v. flatten the ends (of nails and rivets); "the nails were clinched"

v. secure by clinching

v. settle conclusively; "clinch a deal"