Holds tightly (6)
'holds tightly' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for clasps that I've seen before include "Fasteners, as on necklaces perhaps" , "Embraces, hugs" , "Holds tightly" , "Necklace fasteners" , "Holds or embraces closely" .)
'holds tightly' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Another definition for clutches that I've seen is " Broods of newly hatched birds".)