grip

²grip

noun

Definition of GRIP

1

a : a strong or tenacious grasp b : strength in gripping c : manner or style of gripping

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

6

: stagehand

Examples of GRIP

1. His tennis instructor showed him the proper backhand grip.
2. a golfer with an incorrect grip
3. He has been doing all he can to maintain his grip on the company's finances.
4. I need new grips for my golf clubs.

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

Related Words: overnight bag (also overnight case), weekend bag (also weekend case), weekender; cosmetic case, traveling case; carpetbag, duffel bag, kit, kit bag; backpack, haversack, knapsack, packsack, rucksack; attaché, attaché case, briefcase, valise; baggage, bags, luggage

Near Antonyms: release, relinquishment

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