A curved, pointed appendage found at the end of a limb of an animal, especially birds, reptiles, and some mammals, used for grasping or holding. noun
The eagle used its sharp claw to catch the fish from the river.
The cat's claw got stuck in the fabric of the couch.
A mechanical device that resembles a claw, used for gripping or holding. noun
The crane operator used the claw to lift the heavy metal beams.
The arcade game involved using a claw to pick up toys.
To scratch, seize, or dig with or as if with claws. verb
The dog began to claw at the door, eager to be let outside.
She clawed her way through the dense underbrush.
To make one's way with difficulty by or as if by clawing. verb
He clawed his way back to the top of the mountain after slipping.
Despite the challenges, she clawed her way to success.