Definition of Grab
Grab
grab
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to suddenly and often roughly seize or take hold of something with a quick motion;
e.g. He tried to grab the man's shirt to prevent him from running away.
(verb)
to take or obtain something quickly and without much advance planning;
e.g. She barely had time to grab a snack before she had to leave.
(verb)
in informal usage, to capture someone's attention or make an impression on them;
e.g. This marketing campaign is designed to grab a particular category of customers.
(noun)
a sudden movement made in an attempt to seize or take hold of something;
e.g. He made a grab to try to steal the notebook back from her.
(noun)
the action of trying to take possession of something suddenly and unlawfully;
e.g. The head of the army made a grab for a seat of power in the government.
(adjective)
intended to be suddenly grasped or taken;
e.g. They have packed a grab bag containing essential belongings in case they have to leave in an emergency.
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