clinched

(verb) secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts. Synonyms: clinch. Example: "The girder was clinched into the wall."

(verb) hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches. Synonyms: clinch.

(verb) hold in a tight grasp. Synonyms: clench, clinch. Example: "Clench a steering wheel."

(verb) embrace amorously. Synonyms: clinch.

(verb) flatten the ends (of nails and rivets). Synonyms: clinch. Example: "The nails were clinched."

(verb) settle conclusively. Synonyms: clinch. Example: "Clinch a deal."

(adj) closed or squeezed together tightly. Synonyms: clenched. Examples: "A clenched fist." "His clenched (or clinched) teeth."