clasp to

clasp (something) to (something)

To press or hold something firmly against something else. Suzy clasped her new doll to her chest. Clasp this icepack to your knee to alleviate the swelling.
See also: clasp
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

clasp someone or something to something

to hold on to and press someone or something to a part of one's body. He clasped a wad of cloth to the bleeding wound. She clasped the child to her breast and hugged him.
See also: clasp
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • a slew of (something)
  • a/the feel of (something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • a straw will show which way the wind blows
  • a slue of (something)
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • all right
  • (you) wanna make something of it?
  • all for the best
  • a thing of the past
References in periodicals archive
The apparatus allowed the insertion of the clasp to its predetermined terminal position and its subsequent removal from the metal model.
Retention and Deformation of Cobalt-Chromium and High-Impact Polyamide Clasps/Kobalt-Krom ve Yuksek Etkili Poliamid Kroselerin Deformasyonlan ve Retantif Kuvveti
Department of Energy - is partnering with ClimateWorks and CLASP to launch an innovative program that will support efforts to extend renewable energy to millions of people throughout the developing world who currently live without access to electricity.
Global LEAP, ClimateWorks, and CLASP Spearhead Groundbreaking Energy Access Program
"As part of Sir John Holmes' independent medal review a recommendation was made for a clasp to be awarded to the 1939-45 Star to recognise the specific contribution of the aircrew of Bomber Command.
WWII veteran is denied honour as he flew from 'wrong' air base; RAF HERO WAS NOT WITH BOMBER COMAND
Army Claims Service developed the CLASP to address the above problems.
New personnel claims procedure for catastrophic losses
The presentationat the headquarters of 194 (BSA) Squadron was organised by the Officer Commanding Warwickshire & Birmingham Wing, Wing Commander Pravin Ladwa who presented Cadet Forces Medals (CFM) and Clasps to the following members: Flight Lieutenant A.R.T Bennett - Officer Commanding 2030 (Elmdon & Yardley) Squadron, who received the 5th Clasp to the CFM for an outstanding 46 years service, more than any other officer within the wing.
Flight Lieutenant B Lee - Officer Commanding 1368 (Warwick and Royal Leamington Spa) Squadron, who received the 2nd Clasp to the CFM for 26 years service.
Squadron Leader S.D Iles - Wing Staff Of-ficer, who received the 1st Clasp to the CFM for 18 years service.
Flight Lieutenant C.J Newton - of 165 (Castle Bromwich) Squadron, who received the 1st Clasp to the CFM for 18 years service.
Flying high with years of service; YOUR celebrations
Harvey Weinstein bestowed a courtly clasp to femmes and men alike at the "Kill Bill Vol.
H'w'd men get a grip