The difference between Clasp and Hook and eye
When used as nouns, clasp means a fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps, whereas hook and eye means a matched hook and an eye , used for fastening.
Clasp is also verb with the meaning: to take hold of.
check bellow for the other definitions of Clasp and Hook and eye
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Clasp as a noun:
A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.
Examples:
"I always have a hard time working the clasp on this necklace!"
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Clasp as a noun (in the singular):
An embrace, a grasp, or handshake.
Examples:
"He took her hand in a firm clasp."
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Clasp as a verb (transitive):
To take hold of; to grasp; to grab tightly.
Examples:
"They clasped hands and parted as friends."
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Clasp as a verb:
To shut or fasten together with, or as if with, a clasp.
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Hook and eye as a noun:
A matched hook and an eye , used for fastening.