clasp

a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together

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"

hold firmly and tightly

fasten with or as if with a brooch

fasten with a buckle or buckles

grasp firmly; "The child clasped my hands"