cinching

/ˈsɪntʃɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

To bring to certain conclusion.
To tighten down.
In the game of cinch, to protect (a trick) by playing a higher trump than the five.
A fastening.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

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Sources

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