a device that enables two revolving shafts to be joined or disconnected as required, esp one that transmits the drive from the engine to the gearbox in a vehicle
5.
a device for holding fast
6.
a firm grasp
7.
a hand, claw, or talon in the act of clutching
in the clutches of a bear
8. (often plural)
power or control
in the clutches of a criminal cartel
9. Also called: clutch bag
a handbag without handles
Word origin
Old English clyccan; related to Old Frisian kletsie spear, Swedish klyka clasp, fork
Examples of 'clutch bag' in a sentence
clutch bag
Angie picked her clutch bag up from the empty chair next to her and started to get up.
Adam, Paul A NASTY DOSE OF DEATH
One key message from the show is that the clutch bag is over.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
You'll find your clutch bag and headgear here, too.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
With matching clutch bag and heels, of course.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
And you get a matching leather clutch bag.
The Sun (2018)
Instead, dress up the frock with open-toed high heels and a glitzy clutch bag.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Accessorise with a clutch bag and closed-toe high heels.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
It's time to rev up your clutch bag.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The catwalk wonder accessorised with a carefully placed golden clutch bag.