(n) the cognitive condition of someone who understands, Syn. discernment, apprehension, savvy, Example:he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English (GCIDE) v.0.53 Collaborative International Dictionary (GCIDE)
n.; pl.Navies [ Abbreviated fr. navigator. ] Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc. [ Eng. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
{ } v. t. & i. [ Written also savey. ] [ Sp. saber to know, sabe usted do you know? ] To understand; to comprehend; know. [ Slang, U. S. ] [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]