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PREHENSION

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Prehension.

Prehension - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grasping12seizing17taking hold
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
control9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The monkey's prehension of the banana was quick and skillful."
"Her prehension of the concept was hindered by a lack of prior knowledge."
"The octopus demonstrated remarkable prehension of objects using its tentacles."
"The child's prehension of the jigsaw puzzle showed their developing fine motor skills."
"The prehension of the prey by the predator was swift and deadly."
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Word Game Points

Is PREHENSION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prehension is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREHENSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PREHENSION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prehension is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREHENSION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PREHENSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prehension is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREHENSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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