gripping down

UK
/ˈɡrɪpɪŋ daʊn/
US
/ˈɡrɪpɪŋ daʊn/

Translations

grip downverb

gripping down

Gerund

gripped down
Past Simple
gripped down
Past Participle
gripping down
Gerund
UK
/ɡrɪp daʊn/
US
/ɡrɪp daʊn/
He had to grip down on the rope to prevent falling.
Ему пришлось сжать веревку, чтобы не упасть.
Synonyms
clamp down
hold tightly

Definitions

grip downverb
To hold something tightly or firmly, often with downward pressure.
She gripped down on the handle to prevent the door from swinging open.
To exert control or influence over something or someone, often in a restrictive manner.
The new manager gripped down on the team's activities to ensure compliance with company policies.