Meaning & Definition of word "Grab"

Grab

/ɡræb/

1. a sudden or firm hold
- Example: Give it a good grab to ensure it doesn't slip out of your hands.
2. an act of seizing or taking something
- Example: That was a quick grab of the remote control before anyone else got to it.

1. to seize or take hold of something suddenly or roughly
- Example: She quickly grabbed her bag and rushed out the door.
2. to take or capture (something) in a forceful or swift manner
- Example: He grabbed the last piece of pizza before anyone else could.
3. to get someone's attention or interest
- Example: The movie's trailer really grabbed my attention.

Middle English, probably from Old Norse grabbia.

grab a bite:

to go eat something quickly.

grab someone's attention:

to draw someone's focus or interest.

grab the bull by the horns:

to confront a difficult situation head-on.

snatch:

to seize quickly or eagerly.

clutch:

to grasp or hold tightly.

seize:

to take hold or control of something suddenly.

Meaning: To get something quickly.

Example Sentence: Let's grab some coffee before the meeting.

Meaning: To take advantage of an opportunity.

Example Sentence: You should grab that deal while it's available.