handgrip
[ hand-grip ]
/ ˈhændˌgrɪp /
noun
the grip or clasp of a hand, as in greeting: a firm but friendly handgrip.
a handle or similar part of an object affording a grip by the hand, as for lifting.
handgrips, hand-to-hand combat.
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handgrip
/ (ˈhændˌɡrɪp) /
noun
another word for grip 1 (def. 2), grip 1 (def. 5), grip 1 (def. 6)
sport a covering, usually of towelling or rubber, that makes the handle of a racket or club easier to hold
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