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I . grasp [græsp, Brit grɑːsp] VB trans

1. grasp (take firm hold):

to grasp sb by the arm

agarrar alguém pelo braço

2. grasp (understand):

II . grasp [græsp, Brit grɑːsp] VB intr

to grasp at sth fig

aproveitar a. c.

III . grasp [græsp, Brit grɑːsp] N no pl

1. grasp (grip):

ato de agarrar com a mão m

2. grasp fig (understanding):

to be beyond sb's grasp

estar fora do alcance (de alguém)

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Compare also the adjective rapacious which retains the generic meaning of greedy and grasping. en.wikipedia.org

The first two pairs of pereopods are highly modified raptorial grasping appendages known as gnathopods. en.wikipedia.org

Hitting a downed fighter and grasping below the waist were prohibited. en.wikipedia.org

Deities, or heroes grasping lionesses, cattle, griffins, or other "imaginary" creatures are sometimes found. en.wikipedia.org

He could grasp instantly, vexing details which usually make up difficult problems and, grasping them, he had the priceless ability to make a decision. en.wikipedia.org

Competing birlers step off a dock onto a floating log, grasping pike poles held by attendants for balance. en.wikipedia.org

To do this, they will perform a handstand to mark vertical surfaces, grasping the highest point with their feet while applying the scent. en.wikipedia.org

In some types the sides of the baton can be electrified to stop the subject from grasping the baton above the electrodes. en.wikipedia.org

Semiautomatic behavior may also include disrobing (perhaps partly because of increased body temperature), mumbling, and phantom behaviors such as constant picking, plucking, or grasping motions (woolgathering or carphology). en.wikipedia.org

The other hand, is used to dampen the previous note by grasping the key, in order to prevent a muddy sound. en.wikipedia.org

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