get the meaning of something; Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?

[ Syn: grok , get the picture , savvy , dig , grasp , compass , apprehend ]

to become aware of through the senses; I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon

[ Syn: perceive ]

include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as ones sphere or territory; This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds; this should cover everyone in the group

[ Syn: embrace , encompass , cover ]