Meaning of 'cling'

noun

fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit

Synonyms: clingstone

verb

to hold on tightly or tenaciously

Synonyms: hang

verb

to come or be in close contact with

Example: "I clung to them at the party, because I didn't know anyone else there."

Synonyms: cleave cohere stick

verb

to remain emotionally or intellectually attached

Example: "They cling to the memory of a happy childhood."