Meaning & Definition of word "Grasp"

Grasp

/ɡræsp/

1. The act of grasping; a grip.
- Example: He had a firm grasp on the handle of the suitcase.
2. Understanding or comprehension.
- Example: She has a good grasp of the subject.

1. To seize and hold firmly.
- Example: She grasped the rope tightly to prevent falling.
2. To understand something fully.
- Example: After studying the material, he finally grasped the concept.

●Middle English 'graspian', from Old English 'græppian' meaning to seize.

grasp at straws:

To make a desperate attempt to save oneself or to find an answer.

get a grasp on:

To gain understanding or insight into something.

within one's grasp:

Within one’s ability to achieve or attain.

seize:

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

clutch:

To grasp or hold tightly.

Meaning: To get it.

● Example Sentence: Did you grasp the idea from the lecture?

Meaning: To take control of.

● Example Sentence: He really grasped the situation with confidence.