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Meaning of claw
The primary meaning of the word "claw" is a sharp, curved nail on an animal's foot, used for gripping, climbing, or tearing.
Etymology of claw
The word "claw" originates from Old English "clawu", which is related to Old Norse "kló", and is also connected to the Proto-Germanic word "klawiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "gle-" which meant "to hook" or "to grasp".
Historically, the term has been used to describe the sharp, curved nails of animals, as well as devices or tools with a claw-like function.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A sharp, curved nail on an animal's foot, especially a cat or dog, used for gripping, climbing, or tearing.
- * A device with a curved or claw-like part, used for gripping or holding something.
- * A verb meaning to scratch or tear something with one's claws or fingernails.
Usage Examples
- The cat used its sharp claw to climb up the tree.
- * She had to claw her way to the top of the corporate ladder.
- * The eagle's claw grasped the fish tightly as it flew away.