grope meaning and definition

GROPE noun

Definition of grope (noun)

1. the act of groping; and instance of groping

GROPE verb

Definition of grope (verb)

1. feel about uncertainly or blindly
   • "She groped for her glasses in the darkness of the bedroom"
   • synonyms: fumble
2. search blindly or uncertainly
   • "His mind groped to make the connection"
3. fondle for sexual pleasure
   • "He made some sexual advances at the woman in his office and groped her repeatedly"