Meaning & Definition of word "Snatch"

Snatch

/snætʃ/

1. A quick or sudden act of taking something.
- Example: The snatch of the prize was unexpected for the entire team.
2. A short period of sleep.
- Example: She took a quick snatch of sleep during her break.

1. To quickly seize or grasp something.
- Example: She snatched the book off the table before anyone else could reach it.
2. To take someone or something away suddenly.
- Example: The thief snatched her purse and ran away.
3. To grab or take something abruptly or swiftly.
- Example: He snatched the last slice of pizza before it disappeared.

●Middle English, likely from Old Norse 'snappa' meaning to seize.

snatch victory from the jaws of defeat:

To succeed in a way that was unlikely after appearing to be beaten.

in a snatch:

In a quick or hurried manner.

snatch at:

To attempt to grab something with a quick movement.

snatcher:

A person who snatches.

snatching:

The act of grabbing quickly.

snatchable:

Able to be snatched.

Meaning: To steal or take something, often in a casual or opportunistic way.

● Example Sentence: He snatched that wallet right out of her bag.

Meaning: Referring to a sudden sexual encounter.

● Example Sentence: They had a quick snatch behind the club.