 apprehend |
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| 1. | [ verb ] get the meaning of something | |
| Synonyms: | comprehend grasp get_the_picture savvy compass dig | |
| Examples: | "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?" |
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| Related terms: | understand catch_on figure digest intuit understanding grasping comprehension | |
| 2. | [ verb ] (law,criminal law) take into custody, as of suspected criminals, by the police | |
| Synonyms: | arrest pick_up nail nab collar cop | |
| Related terms: | clutch seize bull apprehension apprehender | |
| 3. | [ verb ] anticipate with dread or anxiety | |
| Synonyms: | quail_at | |
| Related terms: | anticipate apprehender fear | |
| Similar spelling: |
apprehender apprehended apprehension apprehanded apprehensive apprenticed apprentice |
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