Seizing
Seizing noun - The act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles).
Taking hold is a synonym for seizing. In some cases you can use "Taking hold" instead a noun "Seizing". popular alternative
Taking hold
Taking hold noun - The act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles).
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Just to mention, "prehensile" means "adapted for seizing, grasping, or taking hold of something".
Source: Prehensile Tail
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