comprehension

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A thorough understanding.
2. 2
   The totality of intensions, that is, attributes, characters, marks, properties, or qualities, that the object possesses, or else the totality of intensions that are pertinent to the context of a given discussion.
3. 3
   A compact syntax for generating a collection in some programming languages, traditionally lists in functional programming languages.
4. 4
   The inclusion of nonconformists within the Church of England.
5. 5
   Reading comprehension.