WordNet sense 1 (a collection of things or persons to be handled together):

batch

WordNet sense 2 (a woman's strapless purse that is carried in the hand):

clutch bag

WordNet sense 3 (a pedal or lever that engages or disengages a rotating shaft and a driving mechanism):

clutch pedal

WordNet sense 4 (hold firmly, usually with one's hands):

cling to, hold close, hold tight

WordNet sense 5 (take hold of; grab):

seize, prehend

WordNet sense 6 (the act of grasping):

clasp, clench, grasp, grip, hold, clutches

WordNet sense 7 (affect):

get hold of