claw
/klˈɔ/
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Definitions
Noun
sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles
Noun
a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
Noun
a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods
Noun
a bird''s foot
Verb
move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging; "They clawed their way to the top of the mountain"
Verb
clutch as if in panic; "She clawed the doorknob"
Verb
scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails
Verb
attack as if with claws; "The politician clawed his rival"