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Definition grope in American English

grope verb

verb
/ɡroʊp/
1

to search for something inside a container, bag, etc. by feeling with your hands

Example

She was groping around in her purse for her keys.

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1.1

to try to get to a place by feeling the way with your hands

Example

I groped my way to the door.

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2

to touch someone sexually in a rough way, especially someone who does not want to be touched

3

to search for an idea or a way to say or do something without being certain of what you are doing

Example

She hesitated, seeming to grope for words.

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Definition grope in American English