claw
n 1: sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some
mammals or reptiles [syn: {unguis}]
2: a device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull
something [syn: {hook}]
3: a structure like a pincer on the limb of a crustacean or
other arthropods [syn: {chela}, {nipper}, {pincer}]
4: a bird's foot that has claws
v 1: move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging; "They clawed
their way to the top of the mountain"
2: clutch as if in panic: "She clawed the doorknob"
3: scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails
4: attack as if with claws; "The politician clawed his rival"