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grippy

grippy

1 5.0
Having a surface that stops slipping and gives a good hold
  • adjective
  • /ˈɡrɪpi/
translation icon : antideslizante
  • The new mat is grippy enough to keep you stable during yoga poses.
  • grippy sole
  • grippy tread
  • grippy rubber

It feel like grippy, which I feel like would keep you dry.

Examples

  • For better performance on the slopes, choose skis with a grippy base to enhance traction.

  • The grippy base quickly adjusts to the perfect angle, even on uneven surfaces.

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  • I do notice it has this almost like grippy feel when it sets.

  • And they were like, oh, it's less grippy, so it's more difficult.

  • This one has that kind of gritty, grippy feel to it.

  • I love the grippy bottoms.

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  • It has a grippy feel that definitely sticks in the hand more than the One X does.

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  • The problem with this nylon is it's super grippy and it melts right away.

  • Inside the cases you'll find six small transparent pads made of grippy material that are used to hold the iPhone snugly inside a Slide 2.0 case.

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  • The hiking shoes have a grippy sole that prevents slipping on wet surfaces.

Synonyms

nonskid
vsgrippy
  • US
3.8

Made to stop people or things from slipping

is a general surface quality that provides reliable traction rather than design intent
nonslippery
vsgrippy
2.8

A surface like a mat or tile that makes slipping less likely

emphasizes active strong traction and grip rather than merely being nonhazardous
knurled
vsgrippy
  • Specialized
8.4

A surface with small raised lines or bumps to help you hold it

refers to overall non slipping ability rather than one specific patterned finish

Antonyms

80 1.0

A surface that makes you slip or slide

Compounds

A sock with a rubber or rough sole that prevents slipping on smooth floors

A place like a hospital where people stay for mental health care as a joke online

9.9

A joking name for a mental health hospital ward where people wear non-slip socks

9.1

A relaxing break at home wearing comfortable clothes and non-slip socks

How Grippy

nonslip
  • UK
3.2
grippy
1 5.0
textured
13 4.1
sticky
126 1.0
tacky
  • Specialized
4 4.9
slick
56 3.9
slippery
80 1.0

Surface Forms

grippy positive

Morphology

grippy = grip (transparent) = grip + y

The suffix '-y' indicates having the quality of 'grip', which directly relates to the texture or surface.

Etymology

Grippy comes from the word grip, which means 'to hold', and the ending -y meaning 'full of' or 'having'. So a grippy shoe, mat, or glove is one that holds well against a surface and helps stop slipping.