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catch on |
to grasp the meaning of something (often fol by "to"). [1/3 definitions] |
clasp |
to grasp or grip with a hand or arm, or something like a hand or arm. [1/4 definitions] |
clench |
a tight hold; firm grasp. [1/5 definitions] |
clinch |
of two boxers, to grasp each other so as to impede blows. [1/8 definitions] |
clutch1 |
to keep in a firm grasp; hold tightly; grip. [2/4 definitions] |
compass |
to comprehend fully; grasp. [1/9 definitions] |
comprehend |
to understand or grasp the meaning of. |
elude |
to escape from or remain outside of the grasp of. [1/2 definitions] |
fasten |
to grasp, seize, or cling to a thought or idea (usu. fol. by "on" or "upon"). [1/8 definitions] |
forceps |
a tool, shaped like a pair of tongs or tweezers, used to grasp and pull. Dentists and medical doctors use forceps. |
fugitive |
not easy to grasp or retain. [1/5 definitions] |
grapple |
to grasp, seize, or secure with or as if with a grapple. [2/6 definitions] |
graspable |
combined form of grasp. |
grip |
a tight hold on something. [3/2 definitions] |
hold1 |
something to grasp, such as a handle or other support. [1/13 definitions] |
insight |
the power of mind to grasp an essential meaning or truth. [1/2 definitions] |
let go |
to release one's grasp of something (usu. fol. by "of"). [1/3 definitions] |
lock1 |
(informal) a secure grip on or grasp of something. [1/10 definitions] |
make out |
to grasp clearly; comprehend. [1/6 definitions] |
mastery |
the full grasp of a subject or skill. [1/3 definitions] |
miss1 |
to fail to see, hear, understand, or otherwise grasp. [1/10 definitions] |
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