How to Spell grip

grip

//ɡɹɪp//

grip - verb

  • To take hold of, particularly with the hand.
  • To help or assist, particularly in an emotional sense.
  • To do something with another that makes you happy/gives you relief.
  • To trench; to drain.
Source: Free Dictionary
"After a few slips, the tires gripped the pavement."

Usage examples

Grip means to hold something tightly. A strong grip means holding something firmly in your hand.

grip - thesaurus

Synonyms: hang out, aid, help out, lend a hand, clasp, grasp

Common misspellings

gripp, grip, gript

Word family

grip, grips, gripping, gripped, gripper

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