grasp

One entry found for grasp.

Main Entry: ¹grasp
Pronunciation: 'grasp
Function: verb
Etymology: Middle English graspen
intransitive verb : to make the motion of seizing : CLUTCH
transitive verb
1 : to take or seize eagerly
2 : to clasp or embrace especially with the fingers or arms
3 : to lay hold of with the mind : COMPREHEND
synonym see TAKE
- grasp·able /'gras-p&-b&l/ adjective
- grasp·er noun
- grasp at straws : to reach for or try anything in desperation
- grasp the nettle : to act boldly