- to clasp; to grasp; to grip; to clutch
- to hold (the answer); to have (e.g. the solution); to be the key; to be the reason
- to seize (power); to hold (the reins); to dominate; to control
- to make (nigirizushi, rice ball, etc.); to form (with one's hands); to press into shape; to mold; to mould
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
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- to clasp; to grasp; to grip; to clutch
- to hold (the answer); to have (e.g. the solution); to be the key; to be the reason
- to seize (power); to hold (the reins); to dominate; to control
- to make (nigirizushi, rice ball, etc.); to form (with one's hands); to press into shape; to mold; to mould
This meaning indicates physically holding something tightly with one's hand or fingers.
This meaning refers to possessing knowledge or information that is crucial or significant, often in the context of answers or solutions.
This meaning refers to having power over someone or something, often through authority or governance.
This meaning refers to the action of shaping or forming food items by hand, particularly in cooking.
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Refers to a handshake, a gesture of greeting or agreement involving grasping someone's hand.
To maintain or hold onto something, often used in a context of retaining possession or control.
To seize or take control of something, often relating to power or authority.
To form or shape something, especially in a more artistic or crafted context.
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In her right hand was gripped a suspicious looking rod that practically radiated "I'm a magical girl item".