verb
- Get the meaning of something.
- usage: "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter"
- To become aware of through the senses.
- usage: "I could perceive the ship coming over the horizon"
- synonyms: perceive
- Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory.
- usage: "This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this should cover everyone in the group"