English to Afrikaans Meaning of grasp - greep

Grasp :

greep

noun

begrip, persepsie, greep, vaardig, waardering, toegang, gryp, veg, stryd, ontmoeting, skermutseling, kwas, hardloop in, verskeidenheid, afstand, bereik, strook, skaal

verb

greep, toegang, onderskei, waardeer, verstaan, sien, pak, hou, hou op, neem, worstel, gryp, omhels, pers, onderdruk, verberg, druk, spanning, betrek, skoot, drukkie

Grasp :: greepGraspable :: graspableGrasped :: aangegrypGrasping :: grypGrasps :: snap

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Definitions of grasp in English

Noun(1) understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something(2) the limit of capability(3) an intellectual hold or understanding(4) the act of grasping
Verb(1) hold firmly(2) get the meaning of something

Examples of grasp in English

(1) Tasmania's State Library in Hobart has placed some of the state's most precious musical heritage within the grasp of music lovers everywhere.(2) Unfortunately, Jonathan had a firm grasp on one of Angela's thighs.(3) His grasp of the details of the project and his excellent writing skills should combine to produce a highly readable book for creationist laymen.(4) This seems so obvious that it is a surprise when scientists don't grasp this very simple idea.(5) There are those who snigger that it was a fine strategy by the old comrades, who have perfected the art of using each other for keeping power within their grasp .(6) He had a firm grasp on her arm, but when she turned to him, he avoided her gaze.(7) He is favourably disposed to rivers and canals, exhibiting an impressive grasp of detail.(8) the press failed to grasp the significance of what had happened(9) The child squirmed free of the man's grasp and fell to the ground.(10) Yes, I suppose it is, but it's also achievable and is within the grasp of the farming and rural communities throughout the county and beyond.(11) he knew success was within his grasp(12) She tried to rip her wrist out of his grip but his grasp was too firm.(13) And we are not seeing what is actually there in the real time of stars, a concept quite beyond my grasp .(14) Linux novices often find virtual memory mysterious, but with a grasp of the fundamental concepts, it's easy to understand.(15) His gaze quickly shifted down to the journal in the blond man's grasp .(16) Consequences are incurred which damage our children and our society far beyond the grasp of most commentators.

Related Phrases of grasp

(1) to grasp ::

om te begryp

(2) firmly grasp ::

stewig gryp

(3) within one's grasp ::

binne 'n mens se greep

Related Phrases of grasp

(1) to grasp ::

om te begryp

(2) firmly grasp ::

stewig gryp

(3) within one's grasp ::

binne 'n mens se greep

Synonyms

Noun

1. grip ::

greep

2. control ::

beheer

3. reach ::

bereik

4. understanding ::

begrip

5. hold ::

hou

Verb

6. grip ::

greep

7. understand ::

verstaan

8. take advantage of ::

trek voordeel uit

9. hold on ::

hou op

10. grok ::

grok

Antonyms

1. miss ::

mis

Different Forms

grasp, graspable, grasped, grasping, grasps

Word Example from TV Shows

It's only a matter of time before my tenuous GRASP on reality fades.

The Big Bang Theory Season 9, Episode 10

You know, for a non-physicist, you have a remarkable GRASP...

The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 11

But the boy did spend most of his waking hours with a tight GRASP on his penis.

The Big Bang Theory Season 2, Episode 15

Then GRASP.

Breaking Bad Season 2, Episode 2

once we took back the Seven Kingdoms and had him in our GRASP.

Game of Thrones Season 8, Episode 2

Examples of grasp from TV Shows

It's only a matter of time before my tenuous GRASP on reality fades.

The Big Bang Theory Season 9, Episode 10

You know, for a non-physicist, you have a remarkable GRASP...

The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 11

But the boy did spend most of his waking hours with a tight GRASP on his penis.

The Big Bang Theory Season 2, Episode 15

Then GRASP.

Breaking Bad Season 2, Episode 2

once we took back the Seven Kingdoms and had him in our GRASP.

Game of Thrones Season 8, Episode 2

English to Afrikaans Dictionary: grasp

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