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I. verb Etymology: Middle English ~en Date: 14th century intransitive verb to make the motion of seizing ; clutch , transitive verb to take or seize eagerly, to clasp or embrace especially with the fingers or arms, to lay hold of with the mind ; comprehend , see: take ~able adjective ~er noun II. noun Date: 1561 1. handle , embrace , hold , control , 3. the reach of the arms, the power of seizing and holding or attaining , mental hold or comprehension especially when broad