running noose vs clinch

clinch vs running noose

running noose and clinch both are nouns.

running noose is not a verb while clinch is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
running noose	Yes	No	No	No
clinch	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, clinch is a hyponym of running noose; that is, clinch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than running noose:

running noose: a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
clinch: a small slip noose made with seizing

Other hyponyms of running noose include clench.

running noose (noun)	clinch (noun)
a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled	(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily
	a tight or amorous embrace
	the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet
	a small slip noose made with seizing
	a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

running noose (verb)	clinch (verb)
	settle conclusively
	flatten the ends (of nails and rivets)
	secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts
	hold in a tight grasp
	embrace amorously
	hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches

Difference between running noose and clinch

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