noun
prehension
Prehension (noun) means the action of taking hold of or gripping something, usually with the hands.
noun
1
The action of taking hold of or gripping something, usually with the hands.
2
In the philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead, a basic form of awareness present in all things, living or not, that links whatever is aware to whatever it is aware of.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin prehensio, prehensionis. It is a doublet of prison.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for prehension
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of prehension?
"prehension" (noun) means the action of taking hold of or gripping something, usually with the hands.
What is another word for prehension?
Other words for "prehension" include seizing, grasping.
What are the different meanings of prehension?
"prehension" has 2 main meanings: 1. The action of taking hold of or gripping something, usually with the hands; 2. In the philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead, a basic form of awareness present in all things, living or not, that links whatever is aware to whatever it is aware of.
