Nab

/næb/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an act of catching or seizing

His quick nab of the ball helped his team win the game.

verb

to catch or seize suddenly or unexpectedly

She managed to nab the last seat on the bus just before it left.

to take or grab something quickly

He nabbed a cookie from the jar when no one was looking.

to arrest or capture someone, especially a criminal

The police were able to nab the suspect after a lengthy chase.

Originally British slang, likely derived from 'nab' meaning to seize or catch.

nab a bargain

to find or acquire something at a good price.

nab someone's attention

to catch or attract someone's notice quickly.

nab at

to attempt to catch hold of something.

grab

to take or seize suddenly.

seize

to take hold or possession suddenly or forcibly.

snatch

to take or grasp abruptly.

to quickly take control of someone or something, often used in a casual context.

I just nabbed this cool gadget before anyone else noticed.

to take an opportunity or perk immediately.

I nabbed an extra free ticket to the concert.