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fathomed

The correct spelling is fathomed.

How to pronounce fathomed

verb

Say it like: Fat-hom-ed

The correct spelling is fathomed. To encircle with outstretched arms, especially to take a measurement; to embrace. For example: "I can't for the life of me fathom what this means."

Usage Examples

I can't for the life of me fathom what this means.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To encircle with outstretched arms, especially to take a measurement; to embrace.
  2. 2.To measure the depth of, take a sounding of.
  3. 3.To get to the bottom of; to manage to comprehend; understand (a problem etc.).

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