regrasp

Seize once more

To regrasp is to grasp again—taking hold of something after losing grip or releasing it.

The word applies literally to physical objects He regraped the railing after his hand slipped and figuratively to concepts or understanding: She struggled to regrasp the argument after the interruption.

physical

grip

Secure manual hold

  • clutchMechanism linking engine to gearbox
  • claspSecuring device that clicks
  • holdMaintain in grasp

seize · grab · clench · squeeze · fingers · palm · hand · tighten · handle · prehension

recover

recapture

Seize again after loss

retrieve · repossess · regain · recollect · reassume · reconquer · recatch

mental

comprehend

To fully understand

reprocess · reconsider · reabsorb · relearn · re-engage · clarity · cognition · insight · apprehension

Opposites
action direction

regrasprelease

To let go

let go · drop · relinquish · loose · unhand

grip maintenance

regrasphold firm

Maintain one's position

hold · retain · clutch · cling

Family

regrasped, regrasping

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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G