Associations to the word «Clapperclaw»

Adjective

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Wiktionary

CLAPPERCLAW, verb. (obsolete) To fight and scratch.
CLAPPERCLAW, verb. (obsolete) To abuse with words; to revile; to scold.

Dictionary definition

CLAPPERCLAW, verb. Claw with the nails.
CLAPPERCLAW, verb. Use foul or abusive language towards; "The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket"; "The angry mother shouted at the teacher".

Wise words

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