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apprehend

/æprɛhɛnd/ verb · British & US
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What does apprehend mean?

verb

To catch or take hold of (someone or something) in order to arrest or stop them, or to understand or grasp something clearly.

Example

"The police were able to apprehend the suspect after a long chase."

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