empoigner

Definitions of empoigner
  1. verb
    grasp firmly
    synonyms: prendre
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    type of:
    saisir
    take hold of; grab
  2. verb
    hold fast or firmly
    synonyms: saisir
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    mordre
    to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws
    pincer, presser
    squeeze tightly between the fingers
    mâchouiller
    bite or chew on with the teeth
    mordre
    bite off with a quick bite
    mordre, pincer
    give a small sharp bite to
    grignoter, mordiller
    bite off very small pieces
    type of:
    saisir
    take hold of; grab
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