What is the meaning of grope?

noun

  • The act of groping; and instance of groping.

verb

  • Feel about uncertainly or blindly.
    • usage: "She groped for her glasses in the darkness of the bedroom"
  • Search blindly or uncertainly.
    • usage: "His mind groped to make the connection"
  • Fondle for sexual pleasure.
    • usage: "He made some sexual advances at the woman in his office and groped her repeatedly"
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