to hold someone or something firmly in your hands or arms

He was clasping the vase tightly, terrified of dropping it. 他紧紧抱住花瓶，生怕把它摔了。

Lie on your back, clasp your knees and pull them down towards your chest. 仰卧，抱紧双膝，并拉向胸前。

She clasped her son in her arms. 她把儿子紧紧抱在怀里。

a tight hold with your hand or arms

She held the child's hand in a firm clasp as they crossed the road. 过马路时，她紧紧攥着孩子的手。

a small metal device that is used to fasten a belt, bag, or a piece of jewellery