Grip Definition
grip
noun
- the act of grasping; "he released his clasp on my arm"; "he has a strong grip for an old man"; "she kept a firm hold on the railing"
- the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it; "he grabbed the hammer by the handle"; "it was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip"
- a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes; "he carried his small bag onto the plane with him"
- the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)
- worker who moves the camera around while a film or television show is being made
- an intellectual hold or understanding; "a good grip on French history"; "they kept a firm grip on the two top priorities"; "he was in the grip of a powerful emotion"; "a terrible power had her in its grasp"
- a flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together; used to hold bobbed hair in place; "in Britain they call a bobby pin a grip"
verb
- hold fast or firmly; "He gripped the steering wheel"
- to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match; "the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"
- to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra"
"Grip" in song lyrics
See how grip is used in real songs:
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"Now won't you come and catch a grip"
2nd II None — The Life of a Player -
"Switched my next flip, he thought he had some grip"
3rd Bass — Soul in the Hole -
"...the mind tricks, I try to get a grip"
3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent
Words that rhyme with grip
Usage tips for "grip"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "grip" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for grip to find words that pair well.