split ring clutch meaning

noun   A ring made up of two or more loops of metal that may be stretched apart, as for keeping keys together

[Architecture] A ring-shaped metal insert placed in precut circular grooves and held by bolts; used as a timber connector .

[Design engineering] "A hardened steel ring having an open slit, an outside taper, and an inside or outside serrated surface, in its expanded state it allows the core to pass through it fr...

[Design engineering] See split-ring core lifter

[Engineering] A plastics mold in which a split-cavity block is assembled in a chase to permit the forming of undercuts in a molded piece.

[Mechanical engineering] A metal ring mounted on a piston to prevent leakage along the cylinder wall.

Verb: clutch    klúch Take hold of; grab "She clutched her purse" - seize , prehend  [archaic]  Hold firmly, usually with one's hands "Sh...

1. clutch at sth to try to get hold of something by moving your hand quickly and suddenly, especially to save yourself from falling: ▪ She clutched at a branch as she felt hers...

(N American)   In a critical situation

Verb: split (split,splitting)   split Separate into parts or portions - divide , split up , separate , dissever , carve up   Separate or cut with a tool, such ...