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grasp
/ɡɹæsp/
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What does grasp mean?
verb
- To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
- To understand.
- To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.
More meanings (5)
noun
- (figuratively) Grip.
- Understanding.
- That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.
proper noun
- Acronym of General Responsibility Assignment Software Patterns (or Principles).
- Acronym of Gamepedia Rapid Anti-Spam Patrol.
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IPA pronunciation
/ɡɹæsp/
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See this word in context.
But now some god and an infatuate soul Have stirred betwixt them a mad rivalry To grasp at sovereignty and kingly power.
I must open my eyes to find his throat, grasp it, and strike one mighty final blow all at the same instant.
More book examples (3)
What had been the study and desire of the wisest men since the creation of the world was now within my grasp.
The men grasp the women very tightly, but there will be half an hour together when neither will see the other’s face.
As they had overdone the grasp of hands some time sooner, she touched his fingers but lightly when he went out now.