grasps

verb

Seizes and holds something firmly in one's hand or arms.

"The child grasps her teddy bear tightly."

verb

Understands something completely and thoroughly, especially a complex idea or situation.

"She quickly grasps new concepts."

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Synonyms: grip, hold on, reach, range, compass, dig, comprehend, savvy, grok, apprehend, get the picture, clutches