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avvinghiarsi — meaning in English

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English meaning

fondle verb To touch or stroke gently and affectionately.
grasp verb To grip something firmly, typically with the hand.

Senses

avvinghiarsi is used for these senses in English:

fondle (transitive) To touch or stroke lovingly.
grasp To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.

grasp — full definition

verb To grip something firmly, typically with the hand.
verb To understand something, especially a difficult idea.
noun A firm hold or grip.
noun One's understanding or knowledge of something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Italian words

accarezzare presa stretta comprensione padronanza a portata di mano afferrare agguantare avvinghiare capire comprendere