grope
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for grope, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To feel around with the hands, especially when unable to see clearly.
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Etymology
From Old English grāpian, related to the word "gripe" and to "grip."
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What does “grope” mean?
The word “grope” means to feel around with the hands, especially when unable to see clearly.
How do you pronounce “grope”?
“Grope” is pronounced grohp (/ɡɹoʊp/ in IPA).
How do you use “grope” in a sentence?
Here is “grope” used in a sentence: “She groped for the light switch in the dark room.”
What is another word for “grope”?
Words with a similar meaning to “grope” include glaum, root, feel up and touch up.
What part of speech is “grope”?
“Grope” is a verb.
Where does the word “grope” come from?
The word “grope” comes from Old English. From Old English grāpian, related to the word "gripe" and to "grip.".
How many meanings does “grope” have?
“Grope” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to feel around with the hands, especially when unable to see clearly.