grasp
grasp
græsp
grāsp
British pronunciation
/ɡrɑːsp/

Definition & Meaning of "grasp"in English

to grasp
01

to take and tightly hold something

Transitive: to grasp sth
to grasp definition and meaning
example
Examples
He reached out to grasp the handle of the door.
02

to mentally understand information or concepts

Transitive: to grasp information or concepts
to grasp definition and meaning
example
Examples
After multiple explanations, he finally managed to grasp the complex mathematical concept.
Grasp
01

the act of seizing or holding something firmly with the hand or another part of the body

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Examples
He had a firm grasp on the rope.
02

the ability or skill to achieve or accomplish a goal

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She had the grasp to succeed in the competitive field.
03

the ability to comprehend or firmly understand a concept, idea, or piece of information

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Examples
She quickly gained a grasp of the new software, becoming proficient in just a few days.
04

the limit of one's capability, control, or influence

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The task was beyond his grasp.
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