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pre·hen·sion [ pree hénshən ] (plural pre·hen·sions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. act of firmly grasping: the act of firmly taking hold of something

2. perceiving of something through senses: the perception by the senses of a sight, sound, smell, taste, or texture

3. comprehension: the process of understanding

[Mid-16th century. < Latin prehension-< prehens- (see prehensile)]
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