The claw of a predatory animal or bird.
(by extension) A grip, especially one seen as rapacious or evil.
A device to interrupt power transmission, commonly used to separate the engine and gearbox in a car.
The pedal in a car that disengages power and torque transmission from the engine (through the drivetrain) to the drive wheels.
Any device for gripping an object, as at the end of a chain or tackle.
A small handbag or purse with no straps or handle.
A brood of chickens or a sitting of eggs.
A group or bunch (of people or things).
An important or critical situation.
To seize, as though with claws.
To grip or grasp tightly.
To hatch.
Performing or tending to perform well in difficult, high-pressure situations.