clutch

/klʌt͡ʃ/ · noun

Meaning

The claw of a predatory animal or bird.
(by extension) A grip, especially one seen as rapacious or evil.
A device to interrupt power transmission, commonly used to separate the engine and gearbox in a car.
The pedal in a car that disengages power and torque transmission from the engine (through the drivetrain) to the drive wheels.
Any device for gripping an object, as at the end of a chain or tackle.
A small handbag or purse with no straps or handle.
To seize, as though with claws.
To grip or grasp tightly.
A brood of chickens or a sitting of eggs.
A group or bunch (of people or things).
To hatch.
An important or critical situation.
Performing or tending to perform well in difficult, high-pressure situations.

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