Definition of "grasp" in English

verb

1. To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.

2. To understand.

   • I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity.

3. To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.

noun

1. (sometimes figurative) Grip.

   • A vagrant gust of wind snatched the note from my grasp.
   • in the tyrant's grasp

2. Understanding.

3. That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.

   • The goal is within my grasp.