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'understand' - used as a verb
1. know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
She did not understand her husband
I understand what she means
2. perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
I don't understand the idea
3. make sense of a language
She understands French
4. believe to be the case
I understand you have no previous experience?
5. be understanding of
You don't need to explain--I understand!

derived forms
1. Understand / Past
understood
2. Understand / Third Person
understands
3. Understand / Present Participle
understanding
Variations of 'understand'
 
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