A gripe or clinching with, or as with, the fingers or claws; seizure; grasp.

The hands, claws, or talons, in the act of grasping firmly; -- often figuratively, for power, rapacity, or cruelty; as, to fall into the clutches of an adversary.

To seize, clasp, or grip with the hand, hands, or claws; -- often figuratively; as, to clutch power.

To close tightly; to clinch.

To reach (at something) as if to grasp; to catch or snatch; -- often followed by at.

to grasp tightly

A device used in elevator power door operation to engage the car door to the landing door by a grasping and holding movement.

the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing"

hold firmly, usually with one's hands; "She clutched my arm when she got scared"