First Known Use: before 12th century
Dictionary
1grip
verb \ˈgrip\
: to grab or hold (something) tightly
: to get and hold the interest or attention of (someone)
grippedgrip·ping
Full Definition of GRIP
transitive verb
1
: to seize or hold firmly
2
: to hold the interest of strongly <a story that grips the reader>
— grip·per noun
— grip·ping·ly \ˈgri-piŋ-lē\ adverb
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Origin of GRIP
Middle English grippen, from Old English grippan; akin to Old English grīpan
Related to GRIP
- Synonyms
- clench, cling (to), clutch, hold
2grip
noun
: the act of grabbing or holding something
: a way or style of holding something
: power or control
Full Definition of GRIP
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2
a : a firm tenacious hold typically giving control, mastery, or understanding b : mental grasp
3
: a part or device for gripping
4
: a part by which something is grasped; especially : handle
5
: suitcase
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See grip defined for English-language learners
First Known Use of GRIP
before 12th century
Related to GRIP
- Synonyms
- carryall, carry-on, traveling bag, handbag, holdall [chiefly British], portmanteau, suitcase, wallet
- Antonyms
- incomprehension, noncomprehension
GRIP Defined for Kids
1grip
verb \ˈgrip\
grippedgrip·ping
Definition of GRIP for Kids
1
: to grab or hold tightly
2
: to hold the interest of <The story grips the reader.>
2grip
noun
Definition of GRIP for Kids
1
: a strong grasp
2
: strength in holding : power <the grip of winter>
3
: 1understanding 1 <I finally have a grip on division.>
4
: self-control <Calm down and get a grip.>
5
: 1handle
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