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grasp

(gr/&/sp )

understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something(noun.cognition)

Example:
He has a good grasp of accounting practices.

Synonym:
appreciation, hold

source: wordnet30
the limit of capability(noun.cognition)

Synonym:
compass, range, reach

source: wordnet30
an intellectual hold or understanding(noun.attribute)

Example:
A terrible power had her in its grasp.

Synonym:
grip

source: wordnet30
the act of grasping(noun.act)

Synonym:
clasp, clench, clutch, clutches, grip, hold

source: wordnet30
A gripe or seizure of the hand; a seizure by embrace, or infolding in the arms.(noun)

source: webster1913

hold firmly(verb.contact)

Synonym:
hold on

source: wordnet30
get the meaning of something(verb.cognition)

Synonym:
apprehend, compass, comprehend, dig, get the picture, grok, savvy

source: wordnet30
To seize and hold by clasping or embracing with the fingers or arms; to catch to take possession of.(verb)

source: webster1913
To effect a grasp; to make the motion of grasping; to clutch; to struggle; to strive.(verb)

source: webster1913

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