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Webster 1913 Edition

Engrasp

En-grasp′

,
Verb.
T.
[
imp. & p. p.
Engrasped
;
p. pr. & vb. n.
Engrasping
.]
To grasp; to grip.
[R.]
Spenser.

Webster 1828 Edition

Engrasp

ENGR`ASP

,
Verb.
T.
[from grasp.] To seize with a clasping hold; to hold fast by inclosing or embracing; to gripe. [See Grasp, which is generally used.]

Definition 2024

engrasp

engrasp

English

Verb

engrasp ‎(third-person singular simple present engrasps, present participle engrasping, simple past and past participle engrasped)

  1. (obsolete) To grasp; to grip.
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Etymology

en- +‎ grasp?

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