a device for holding objects or parts of something together

the clasp of a necklace

an embrace

a holding or enveloping with, or as if with, the hands or arms

a device, e.g. a bar, attached to a military medal ribbon to indicate the action or campaign at which the bearer was present

to fasten (something) with, or as if with, a clasp

to enclose and hold (somebody or something) with the arms; to embrace

to seize (something) with, or as if with, the hand; to grasp