Definitions
v. to hold something firmly
紧握；抓牢
n. a firm hold on something
紧握；抓握力
n. power or control over someone or something
控制；支配
Example
She gripped the railing as the boat rocked gently.
船轻轻摇晃时，她紧紧抓住栏杆。
Large companies maintain a strong grip on the market, making it difficult for smaller businesses to compete.
大公司牢牢控制着市场，使小企业难以参与竞争。
Collocations
- grip tightly
- a firm grip
- lose your grip
- a grip on power
Word family
- gripping (adj.)
Synonyms
- grasp
- clutch
Antonyms
- release
Usage tip
过去式gripped、现在分词gripping均双写p。
FAQ
- What does grip mean?
- to hold something firmly a firm hold on something power or control over someone or something
- How is grip pronounced?
- UK /ɡrɪp/, US /ɡrɪp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
