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apprehend

verb

/ˌæprɪˈhɛnd/

Meaning

to arrest or seize someone; to understand or perceive something

The police managed to apprehend the thief after a long chase.

apprehend the meaning

arrest, capture, seize, detain, grasp

release, free, liberate

apprehend a suspect, apprehend quickly, apprehend the meaning

to criticize or scold someone sharply

to make something by putting materials together; to construct

To place or insert between one thing and another; to intervene in a situation.

To dispense or allot justice, punishment, or harsh treatment.

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.