About The Word Prehension
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What's The Definition Of Prehension?
[n] the act of gripping something firmly with the hands
Synonyms | Synonyms for Prehension: grasping | seizing | taking hold Related Terms | Find terms related to Prehension: See Also | clasp | clench | clutch | clutches | control | grasp | grip | hold Prehension In Webster's Dictionary \Pre*hen"sion\, n. [L. prehensio; cf. F.
pr['e]hension. See {Prehensile}.]
The act of taking hold, seizing, or grasping, as with the
hand or other member.
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