clutch

Meanings

• noun

  A mechanical device used to transmit power from the engine to the transmission in a vehicle, allowing the driver to control the vehicle's speed and direction.

  - "The clutch failed, causing the car to stall in the middle of the intersection."
  - "He pressed the clutch pedal and shifted gears smoothly."

• verb transitive

  To grasp or seize something firmly.

  - "She clutched her purse tightly as they walked through the crowded street."
  - "He clutched the ball in his hand, preparing to throw it."

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Pronunciation

1. /klʌt͡ʃ/
   
   
   
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2. /klʌt͡ʃ/
   
   
   
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3. /klʌt͡ʃ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

clutch bag , clasp , grasp , grip

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clutch
hutch , utch , wutch

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Variants

List of all variants of clutch that leads to same result
clutch , clutched , clutches , clutching , clutch bag , clutch bags , double-clutch , double-clutched , double-clutches , double-clutching , friction clutch , friction clutches , in the clutch

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English cluccen, from clucge, a pole or hook, probably imitative.

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Trivia

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1. The first automotive clutches were made of wood and leather.

2. The term 'clutch' is also used in various other contexts, such as in sports and games.

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Related Concepts

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1. transmission: The system that transfers power from the engine to the wheels of a vehicle.

2. gearbox: An enclosed mechanism used to transmit power from the engine to the driven wheels, usually via a series of gears.

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Culture

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The clutch has been a significant part of automotive history, with its invention revolutionizing the way vehicles are operated. It has been featured in various forms of art, literature, and music, often symbolizing power, control, and the thrill of the open road.

How to Memorize "clutch"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a car's clutch pedal and the pressure plate, releasing and engaging the clutch disc.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clutch' with 'control' and 'power'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym CAR: Clutch, Accelerate, Release.

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