n (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily
n a small slip noose made with seizing
n the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet
n a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together
n a tight or amorous embrace
v secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts
v hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches
v hold in a tight grasp
v embrace amorously
v flatten the ends (of nails and rivets)
v settle conclusively
