comprehend
     v 1: get the meaning of something; "Do you comprehend the meaning
          of this letter?" [syn: {get the picture}, {savvy}, {dig},
           {grasp}, {compass}, {apprehend}]
     2: to become aware of through the senses; "I could perceive the
        ship coming over the horizon" [syn: {perceive}]
     3: include in scope; include as part of something broader; have
        as one's sphere or territory; "This group encompasses a
        wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this
        should cover everyone in the group" [syn: {embrace}, {encompass},
         {cover}]
Source: WordNet® 2.0