grasp
/ɡɹɑːsp/
noun
Meaning
(sometimes figurative) Grip.
Understanding.
That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.
"The goal is within my grasp."
verb
Meaning
To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
To understand.
"I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity."
To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.
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