in logic, the first or most simple act of the mind, whereby it perceives, or is conscious of some idea. See Perception, and Logic.

APPRYSING, in Scots law, the name of that action by which a creditor formerly carried off the estate of his debtor for payment. It is now abolished, and adjudications are appointed in place of it. See Scots Law, title, Apprysings and Adjudications.