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hand⋅grip

[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.

Origin:
bef. 900; ME; OE handgripe. See hand, grip
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hand·grip   (hānd'grĭp')   
n.  
  1. A grip of or by the hand.

  2. Something, such as a handle, that is suited to a grip by the hand.

  3. handgrips Hand-to-hand combat.

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