Definition of snatch

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  • snatch is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • snatch is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • snatch is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of snatch

  • a small fragment (noun)

    Examples

    1. overheard snatches of their conversation

    Synonyms

    1. bit
  • the act of catching an object with the hands (noun)

    Examples

    1. Martin's snatch at the bridle failed and the horse raced away

    Synonyms

    1. catch
    2. grab
    3. snap
  • (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. kidnapping
  • to grasp hastily or eagerly (verb)

    Examples

    1. Before I could stop him the dog snatched the ham bone

    Synonyms

    1. snap
    2. snatch up
  • take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. abduct
    2. kidnap
    3. nobble
  • obscene terms for female genitals (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. cunt
    2. puss
    3. pussy
    4. slit
    5. twat
  • a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted overhead in one rapid motion (noun)
  • to make grasping motions ()

    Examples

    1. the cat snatched at the butterflies

See definition of snatch in Merriam Webster