Word Meaning

grasp definition and meaning

v. t. To seize and hold by clasping or embracing with the fingers or arms; to catch to take possession of.
v. t. To lay hold of with the mind; to become thoroughly acquainted or conversant with; to comprehend.
v. i. To effect a grasp; to make the motion of grasping; to clutch; to struggle; to strive.
n. A gripe or seizure of the hand; a seizure by embrace, or infolding in the arms.
n. Reach of the arms; hence, the power of seizing and holding; as, it was beyond his grasp.
n. Forcible possession; hold.
n. Wide-reaching power of intellect to comprehend subjects and hold them under survey.
n. The handle of a sword or of an oar.

Crossword clues for grasp

- Clasp
- Clench
- Clutch
- Clutch at understanding
- Clutch some appealing raspberries
- Comprehend
- Comprehension
- Grip
- Hold tightly
- Seize
- Seize boldly, ... the nettle
- Understand Greek snake
- Understand only some of Mardi Gras parade
- Understands coarse file is caught in G & S’ clutches