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clutch

/klʌtʃ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does clutch mean?

noun, verb

A clutch is a device that connects and disconnects the engine from the transmission in a vehicle, or a situation where someone performs well under pressure. A clutch can also refer to a group of people who work together to achieve a common goal.

Example

"The driver had to press the clutch pedal to shift gears smoothly."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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