prehensory

/prɪˈhɛns.ər.i/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or being a sense organ that can detect or grasp something

“The prehensory capabilities of the octopus’s arms allowed it to crawl across the ocean floor.”

Synonyms

  • grasping
  • prehensile
  • prehensile-like

Antonyms

  • non-grasping
  • nonprehensile