grasper

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Grasp \Grasp\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Grasper}; p. pr. & vb. n.
   {Qraspine}.] [OE. graspen; prob. akin to LG. grupsen, or to
   E. grope. Cf. {Grab}, {Grope}.]
   1. To seize and hold by clasping or embracing with the
      fingers or arms; to catch to take possession of.
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            Thy hand is made to grasp a palmer's staff. --Shak.
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   2. To lay hold of with the mind; to become thoroughly
      acquainted or conversant with; to comprehend.
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from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Grasper \Grasp"er\, n.
   One who grasps or seizes; one who catches or holds.
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