فَهْمٌ

is a verbal noun of 1, (S, Msb, K, &c.,) or a subst. used as a verbal noun: (Msb:) [see 1, first sentence:] it is explained as signifying The conception of the meaning from the word, or expression: or the quickness of the transition of the mind from extrinsic to other [i. e. intrinsic] things: or a condition of the mind whereby it ascertains what is approvable: or, as in the “ Ahkám ” of El- Ámidee, excellence of intelligence in respect of its readiness to apprehend quickly subjects of inquiry that present themselves to it. (TA.)