Definition of: clasp

(klasp, kläsp) noun
1. A fastening by which things are bound together.
2. A firm grasp or embrace.
3. A small bar affixed to the ribbon of a military decoration: a battle clasp designates the campaign in which the wearer has taken part, a service clasp the country in which he has served. See synonyms under LOCK.
— v.t.
1. To take hold of with an encircling grasp; embrace.
2. To fasten with or as with a clasp.
3. To grasp firmly in or with the hand. See synonyms under CATCH, EMBRACE, GRASP. [ME claspe; origin unknown]