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Meaning of claw

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

claw

Pronunciation:/klɔː//klɔ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.

  2. A foot equipped with such.

  3. The pincer (chela) of a crustacean or other arthropod.

  4. A mechanical device resembling a claw, used for gripping or lifting.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/claw

claw

Pronunciation:/klɔː//klɔ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To scratch or to tear at.

  2. To use the claws to seize, to grip.

  3. To use the claws to climb.

  4. To perform a claw catch.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/claw

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