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Meaning of gripping

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gripping

Pronunciation:/ˈɡɹɪpɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To take hold of, particularly with the hand.

    Example: After a few slips, the tires gripped the pavement.

  2. To help or assist, particularly in an emotional sense.

    Example: He grips me.

  3. To do something with another that makes you happy/gives you relief.

    Example: Let’s grip (get a coffee, hang, take a break, see a movie, etc.)

  4. To trench; to drain.

noun

Definitions

  1. Pinching and spasmodic pain in the intestines; gripe.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Which catches someone's attention; exciting

    Example: a gripping action film

    Synonyms:absorbingfascinatinginteresting