Dictionary Entry
grasp
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Meaning
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To understand something fully and completely, or to take hold of something firmly with the hand.
Example Sentence
After much study, she began to grasp the complex theories of quantum physics.
Usage Note
You can use "grasp" when you want to express the act of understanding a difficult idea or concept, or when someone physically takes hold of something tightly. For example, "I finally grasped the meaning of the poem" or "He grasped the railing to steady himself."
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