Holds tightly (6)
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'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".)