handgrip meaning

Definition of handgrip

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

   Synonyms: handle, grip, hold

   Type of: appendage

   Kinds: ax handle, broomstick, crop, haft, hilt, hoe handle, knob, mop handle, panhandle, pommel, rake handle, stock