'clutches' definitions:

Definition of 'clutches'

From: WordNet
noun
The act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing" [syn: clasp, clench, clutch, clutches, grasp, grip, hold]

Definition of 'clutches'

From: GCIDE
  • clutches \clutches\ n.
  • 1. the act of grasping.
  • Syn: clasp, clench, clutch, grasp, grip, hold. [WordNet 1.5]
  • 2. control; power; -- used in the phrase in one's clutches. Same as clutch[2]. [PJC]