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Verb



  1. To take hold, particularly with the hand.
    That suitcase is heavy, so grip the handle firmly.
    The glue will begin to grip within five minutes.
    After a few slips, the tires gripped the pavement.
  2. To help or assist, particularly in an emotional sense.
    He grips me.
  3. To do something with another that makes you happy/gives you relief
    Let’s grip (get a coffee, hang, take a break, see a movie, etc.)

Etymology 2


An amalgam of (cognate with German Griff) and (cognate with Swedish grepp).

Noun



  1. A hold or way of holding, particularly with the hand.
    It's good to have a firm grip when shaking hands.
    The ball will move differently depending on the grip used when throwing it.
  2. A handle or other place to grip.
    There are several good grips on the northern face of this rock.
  3. A person responsible for handling equipment on the set.
  4. A lot of something.
    That is a grip of cheese.
  5. : Influenza, flu.
    She has the grip.
  6. A small travelling-bag.
  7. Assistance; help or encouragement.
    He gave me a grip.
  8. A helpful, interesting, admirable, or inspiring person.
    You're a real grip.

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