Definition of twist-grip in English:
twist-grip
nounˈtwɪstˌɡrɪpˈtwɪstˌɡrɪp
A control operated manually by twisting, especially one serving as a handgrip for operating the throttle on a motorcycle or for changing gear on a bicycle.
Example sentencesExamples
- This device plugs into the end of a drop handlebar and provides a 7/8’ diameter straight extension, permitting you to mount a twist-grip shifter.
- The present invention relates to an integrated twist-grip switch for the shifting of bicycle gears, such as multi-speed hubs or derailleur shifts.
- A twist-grip throttle suitable for all controllers made by 4QD. 90° twist gives zero to full speed.
- Collars are available in four anodized colors, and compatible grips come in regular and twist-grip length.
- I turned on the ignition switch and gave the twist-grip throttle a quick flick.
Definition of twist-grip in US English:
twist-grip
nounˈtwɪstˌɡrɪpˈtwistˌɡrip
A control operated manually by twisting, especially one serving as a handgrip for operating the throttle on a motorcycle or for changing gear on a bicycle.
Example sentencesExamples
- Collars are available in four anodized colors, and compatible grips come in regular and twist-grip length.
- I turned on the ignition switch and gave the twist-grip throttle a quick flick.
- A twist-grip throttle suitable for all controllers made by 4QD. 90° twist gives zero to full speed.
- The present invention relates to an integrated twist-grip switch for the shifting of bicycle gears, such as multi-speed hubs or derailleur shifts.
- This device plugs into the end of a drop handlebar and provides a 7/8’ diameter straight extension, permitting you to mount a twist-grip shifter.