Grasping firmly is a physical action that involves taking hold of something with one's hands. The term can be broken down into three words: CLUTCH, CLENCH, and GRIP. CLUTCH is a verb meaning to take hold of something tightly, usually with one's fingers. CLENCH is a verb meaning to GRIP or squeeze something tightly with one's hand. GRIP is a verb meaning to take hold of something firmly with one's hand. All three words describe the same action of grasping firmly.