grip-boosting
|grip/boost/ing|
B2
/ɡrɪp ˈbuːstɪŋ/
(grip-boost)
enhancing grip
Etymology
Etymology Information
'grip-boosting' originates from the combination of 'grip' and 'boost', where 'grip' means 'to hold firmly' and 'boost' means 'to increase or enhance'.
Historical Evolution
'Grip' and 'boost' have been used separately in English since the Middle Ages, but their combination into 'grip-boosting' is a modern innovation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'grip' and 'boost' were used separately, but their combination now specifically refers to enhancing grip.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
enhancing or increasing the ability to hold or grasp something firmly.
The new tires have a grip-boosting feature that improves handling on wet roads.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 03:36