definition of
apprehend

[1] #1 apprehend v. [grok, get the picture, comprehend, savvy, dig, grasp, compass] get the meaning of something; "Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?". wn

[2] #2 apprehend v. [collar, nail, arrest, pick up, nab, cop] take into custody; "the police nabbed the suspected criminals". wn

[3] #3 apprehend v. [quail at] anticipate with dread or anxiety. wn