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slip noose vs clinch

clinch vs slip noose

slip noose and clinch both are nouns.

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

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
slip noose Yes No No No
clinch Yes No Yes No
As nouns, clinch is a hyponym of slip noose; that is, clinch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than slip noose:
  • slip 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 slip noose include clench.
slip 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
slip 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 slip noose and clinch

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