Prehension (Noun)

Meaning

The act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles).

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Taking Hold
• Grasping
• Seizing

Hypernyms

• Control

Hyponyms

• Hold
• Grasp
• Grip
• Clasp
• Clench
• Clutch

Related Words

• Prehend (verb)