handgrip

[ hand-grip ]

noun

1. the grip or clasp of a hand, as in greeting:

   a firm but friendly handgrip.

2. a handle or similar part of an object affording a grip by the hand, as for lifting.
3. handgrips, hand-to-hand combat.

handgrip

/ ˈhændˌɡrɪp /

noun

1. another word for grip 1 grip 1 grip 1
2. sport a covering, usually of towelling or rubber, that makes the handle of a racket or club easier to hold

Word History and Origins

Origin of handgrip¹

before 900; Middle English; Old English handgripe. See hand, grip

Example Sentences

Yoga also did not appear to improve handgrip, another metric associated with frailty, and there was less evidence it improved balance, possibly because many of the studies used chair-based methods.

From Washington Post

This included a fully articulating screen, a larger handgrip, tally lights, a new mic array, and a hot shoe for accessories.

From The Verge

The bike’s design, with its white tires, leather saddle and handgrips, and sleek black frame with gold lettering, harken back to that first prototype.

From The Verge

It’s that expensive price, the lack of any real handgrips, and the complete lack of weatherproofing that made me fear using this camera out in the world.

From The Verge

The bike’s design, with its white tires, leather saddle and handgrips, and sleek black frame, are meant to harken back to that first prototype.

From The Verge

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