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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]:

Grasp \Grasp\, verb (used with an object) [imp. & p. p. {Grasper}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Qraspine}.] [OE. graspen; prob. akin to LG. grupsen, or to E. grope. Cf. {Grab}, {Grope}.]

1. To seize and hold by clasping or embracing with the fingers or arms; to catch to take possession of.

Thy hand is made to grasp a palmer's staff. --Shak.

2. To lay hold of with the mind; to become thoroughly acquainted or conversant with; to comprehend.

From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]:

Grasper \Grasp"er\, noun One who grasps or seizes; one who catches or holds.
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