Meaning & Definition of word "Grip"

Grip

/ɡrɪp/

noun:

  • 1. A firm hold or grasp.
    • Example: He had a strong grip on the steering wheel as he drove through the storm.
  • 2. The ability to hold something tightly.
    • Example: The gymnast's grip on the bar was impressive during her routine.
  • 3. A means of holding or a device for grasping.
    • Example: The new phone case provides a better grip for the device.

verb:

  • 1. To seize or hold firmly.
    • Example: She gripped the umbrella tightly as the wind picked up.
  • 2. To hold the attention of.
    • Example: The speaker's captivating story gripped the audience from the start.
  • 3. To have a strong influence on someone.
    • Example: Fear can grip a person and prevent them from taking risks.

Etymology

Middle English grippe, from Old Norse greip.

Common Phrases and Expressions

grip it and rip it:

To take a decisive action with confidence.

keep a grip on things:

To maintain control or composure.

grip of fear:

A strong sense of fear that holds someone.

Related Words

grasp:

To seize and hold firmly.

clutch:

To grasp or seize tightly.

clench:

To close or hold tightly.

Slang Meanings of grip

Meaning: To have control over something or someone.

Example Sentence: He's got a grip on the team's strategy.

Meaning: To understand something well.

Example Sentence: She finally got a grip on the concepts we were studying.