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The bike had soft rubber grips on the handlebars.
What does Grips mean?
Grips are firm holds or handles.
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Holds something tightly; as a noun, firm holds or handles used for holding.
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The story grips the reader from the first page.
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Grips can be objects, firm holds, or a verb meaning holds tightly.
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Partnoun, verb.
MeaningGrips are firm holds or handles.
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holdsWays of keeping something in place.
handlesParts made for holding.
graspsTakes and holds firmly.
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releasesLets go.
dropsLets fall.
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grip
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grips
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