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