Cling /(klĭng)/

imp. & p. p. Clung; p. pr. & vb. n. Clinging

1. To adhere closely; to stick; to hold fast, especially by twining round or embracing; as, the tendril of a vine clings to its support; -- usually followed by to or together. [Obs.]

   And what hath life for thee That thou shouldst cling to it thus?

1. To cause to adhere to, especially by twining round or embracing. [Obs.]

   I clung legs as close to his side as I could.

2. To make to dry up or wither. [Obs.]

   If thou speak'st false, Upon the next tree shalt thou hang alive, Till famine cling thee.

1. Adherence; attachment; devotion. [R.]

   A more tenacious cling to worldly respects.