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Definition of grip
grip 
noun
- a long time.
We've been waiting for a grip.
It's been a grip since I saw you last.
I haven't heard from him in a grip.
- See more words with the same meaning: a period of time.
Last edited on Sep 09 2012. Submitted by Keenan Kimani from Auburn, WA, USA on Mar 26 1998.
- a large quantity or amount.
He has a grip of cash.
I have a grip of phone calls to make today.
- See more words with the same meaning: many, much, lots.
Last edited on Sep 10 1998. Submitted by Ed C. from Compton, CA, USA on Sep 10 1998.
- money.
I'm out of grip.
- See more words with the same meaning: money.
Last edited on Nov 07 1999. Submitted by Patrick M. from Tulsa, OK, USA on Nov 07 1999.
- a weekend or carry-on sized bag with a handle at the top.
Last edited on May 16 2011. Submitted by Abby from Lille, France on Jul 27 2010.
verb
- to steal.
I gripped that necklace for my girl.
- See more words with the same meaning: to steal.
Last edited on Jan 05 2000. Submitted by Jeanne from Ft Myers, FL, USA on Jan 05 2000.
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| Definitions include: to calm down; regain one's composure; regain one's senses. | |
| Definitions include: The ability to stay in one place while on ice, satin sheets or otherwise slippery areas | |
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