ALL meanings of clutching
clutch
C c - verb with object clutching to hatch (chickens). 1
- verb without object clutching to try to seize or grasp (usually followed by at): He clutched at the fleeing child. She clutched at the opportunity. 1
- verb without object clutching Slang. to become tense with fright; panic (sometimes followed by up): I clutched up on the math exam. 1
- verb without object clutching to operate the clutch in a vehicle. 1
- noun clutching a hatch of eggs; the number of eggs produced or incubated at one time. 1
- noun clutching a brood of chickens. 1
- noun clutching a number of similar individuals: a clutch of books; a whole clutch of dancers. 1
- adjective clutching done or accomplished in a critical situation: a clutch shot that won the basketball game. 1
- adjective clutching dependable in crucial situations: a clutch player. 1
- adjective clutching (of a coat) without fasteners; held closed in front by one's hand or arm. 1
- noun clutching Present participle of clutch. 1
- noun clutching The act of one who clutches. 0