grope

To search or attempt to find something in the dark, or, as a blind person, by feeling; to move about hesitatingly, as in darkness or obscurity; to feel one's way, as with the hands, when one can not see.

To touch (another person) closely and (especially) sexually.

To intentionally and inappropriately touch or rub against another person, in such a manner as to make the contact appear accidental, for the purpose of one's sexual gratification.

(no longer used) To feel with or use the hands; to handle.

(no longer used) To examine; to test; to sound.

(informal) An act of groping, especially sexually.

(no longer used) An iron fitting of a medieval cart wheel.