English to English verb
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get the meaning of something | Example:
• Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?
source: wordnet30
2 |
to become aware of through the senses | Example:
• I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon
source: wordnet30
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include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory | Example:
• This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds • this should cover everyone in the group
source: wordnet30
4 |
To contain; to embrace; to include; as, the states comprehended in the Austrian Empire. | source: webster1913
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