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to reclasp

to reclasp

7.9
To fasten a strap or chain again so it stays closed
  • verb
  • /rɪˈklæsp/
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  • The jeweler reclasped the necklace to ensure it was secure before returning it to the customer.

Examples

  • After the bracelet slipped off, she quickly reclasped it around her wrist.

  • Don't reclasp your bag before you go!

  • He had to reclasp his watch because the strap came loose during the meeting.

  • She reclasps her necklace every night.

  • After finishing the repair, he decided to reclasp the bracelet to ensure it was secure.

  • She adjusted the necklace on her neck and then reclasped the clasp to tighten it.

  • Before putting the bag away, he reclasped the top to prevent anything from falling out.

Synonyms

to reattach
vsto reclasp
22 3.7

Fasten something again after it comes loose

does the same reconnection but by closing with a fastening device
to clasp
vsto reclasp
3 3.0

To fasten something with a small hook or buckle

adds the idea of doing that securing action again rather than first time
to reclose
vsto reclasp
1 3.7

To close something again after you open it

involves closing again specifically by fastening with a small fastener
to refasten
vsto reclasp
1 3.6

To attach something again so it stays in place

fastens again specifically using a small metal or similar fastener
to reaffix
vsto reclasp
7.2

Attach something again after it comes loose or is removed

repeats that attachment but always using a small fastening device

Antonyms

3 5.6

To open something held closed by a small metal catch or let go of something you were holding

Surface Forms

reclasp infinitive
reclasped past
reclasped past participle
reclasping present participle
reclasps third person singular

Morphology

reclasp = clasp (transparent) = re + clasp

The meaning is a straightforward repetition of the action 'clasp' with the productive prefix 're-' meaning 'again'.

Etymology

Reclasp comes from re- meaning 'again' and clasp meaning 'to fasten' or 'to hold together', so to reclasp something is to 'fasten it again', like closing a bracelet or watch strap after it slips off.