Definition

1. Noun:
   • A part of an object designed to be held by the hand: A "handgrip" is the specific part of a tool, weapon, suitcase, or other item that is shaped or positioned for the hand to grasp, hold, and control it.
   • The act or manner of gripping with the hand: "Handgrip" can also refer to the way something is held or the firmness of one's hold on an object.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The handgrip on the tennis racket was worn and needed replacement.
  • He adjusted the handgrip on his bicycle for a more comfortable ride.
  • The suitcase's sturdy handgrip made it easy to carry.

Advanced Usage

• "To come to handgrips": This is an idiomatic expression meaning to engage in close combat or a fierce struggle, often physical.
  • The two wrestlers came to handgrips in the center of the ring.

Variants and Related Words

• Grip (noun): Often used interchangeably with "handgrip" to mean the part of an object designed to be held.
  • The tool has a rubber grip for better handling.
• Handle (noun): A more common synonym for the part of an object designed to be held.
  • She turned the door handle.

Synonyms

• Handle: The part by which a thing is held, carried, or controlled.
• Hilt: The handle of a weapon or tool, especially of a sword or dagger.
• Haft: The handle of a knife, axe, or spear.

Related Phrases

(Note: "Handgrip" itself is not commonly used to form phrasal verbs. The related action is typically expressed with the verb "grip.")

Related Idioms

• "Get a grip": This idiom means to gain control of one's emotions or a situation. While it uses "grip," it relates to the concept of holding on firmly, similar to a handgrip.
  • You need to get a grip and focus on the task.

Noun

1. the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
   • he grabbed the hammer by the handle
   • it was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip