Grab

/ɡræb/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a sudden or firm hold

Give it a good grab to ensure it doesn't slip out of your hands.

an act of seizing or taking something

That was a quick grab of the remote control before anyone else got to it.

verb

to seize or take hold of something suddenly or roughly

She quickly grabbed her bag and rushed out the door.

to take or capture (something) in a forceful or swift manner

He grabbed the last piece of pizza before anyone else could.

to get someone's attention or interest

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.

To get something quickly.

Let's grab some coffee before the meeting.

To take advantage of an opportunity.

You should grab that deal while it's available.