Dictionary Check: grasp

"grasp" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

noun

understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

Example: "he has a good grasp of accounting practices"
Synonyms:
noun

the limit of capability

Example: "within the compass of education"
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noun

an intellectual hold or understanding

Example: "a good grip on French history"
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noun

the act of grasping

Example: "he released his clasp on my arm"
verb

hold firmly

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verb

get the meaning of something

Example: "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?"

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