Word Meaning

Meaning of cleave

- To adhere closely; to stick; to hold fast; to cling.
- To unite or be united closely in interest or affection; to adhere with strong attachment.
- To fit; to be adapted; to assimilate.
- To part or divide by force; to split or rive; to cut.
- To part or open naturally; to divide.
- To part; to open; to crack; to separate; as parts of bodies; as, the ground cleaves by frost.

Crossword clue for cleave

- Adhere to; split apart
- Cling (to)
- Cut with an axe
- Stick fast to
- Stick firmly