释义 |
pre·hen·sion \prēˈhenchən\ noun (-s) Etymology: Latin prehension-, prehensio, from prehensus + -ion-, -io -ion 1. : the act of taking hold, seizing, or grasping (as with the hand); specifically : the conveyance of food or drink into the mouth 2. a. : mental apprehension b. : an apprehension that may or may not be cognitive |