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   com·pre·hen·sion

   /ˌkämprəˈhen(t)SH(ə)n/

   noun

   • 1. the action or capability of understanding something: "some won't have the least comprehension of what I'm trying to do"
   • 2. inclusion. archaic

   Word Origin late Middle English: from French compréhension or Latin comprehensio(n-), from the verb comprehendere ‘seize, comprise’ (see comprehend).

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2. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › comprehensionComprehension - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result) “how you can do that is beyond my comprehension ” “he was famous for his comprehension of American literature” see more. noun. the relation of comprising something. synonyms: inclusion. see more. Pronunciation. US. /ˈkɑmprəˌhɛntʃən/ UK.

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   The meaning of COMPREHENSION is the act or action of grasping with the intellect : understanding. How to use comprehension in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOMPREHENSION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   COMPREHENSION definition: 1. the ability to understand completely and be familiar with a situation, facts, etc.: 2. a test…. Learn more.

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   COMPREHENSION meaning: 1. the ability to understand completely and be familiar with a situation, facts, etc.: 2. a test…. Learn more.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCOMPREHENSION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Comprehension is full knowledge and understanding of the meaning of something. [ formal ] They had the same expression of dawning comprehension, surprise, and relief.

7. www.dictionary.com › browse › comprehensionCOMPREHENSION Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. the act or process of comprehending. the state of being comprehended. perception or understanding: His comprehension of physics is amazing for a young student. capacity of the mind to perceive and understand; power to grasp ideas; ability to know. Logic. the connotation of a term. inclusion. comprehensiveness. Discover More. Other Words From.

8. www.yourdictionary.com › comprehensionComprehension Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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   Comprehension Definition. kŏmprĭ-hĕnshən. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Word Forms. Origin. Noun. Filter. noun. The fact of including or comprising; inclusiveness. Webster's New World. The act of grasping with the mind. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Understanding or knowledge that results from this.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › comprehensionComprehension - definition of comprehension by The Free...

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   1. the act or process of comprehending. 2. the state of being comprehended. 3. capacity of the mind to perceive and understand; power to grasp ideas. 4. perception or understanding: mature comprehension of a difficult subject. 5. inclusion. 6. comprehensiveness.

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitioncomprehension noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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    Definition of comprehension noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishCOMPREHENSION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    COMPREHENSION definition: 1. the ability to understand something: 2. a test to see how well students understand written or…. Learn more.