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Word

grab

verb
UK /ˈɡɹab/
US /ˈɡɹæb/

Meanings

verb

To take hold of something quickly and firmly, especially with the hand.

Visual cue for grab — meaning 1
verb

To take or get something quickly, especially because you have little time.

Visual cue for grab — meaning 2
verb

To attract and hold attention strongly.

Visual cue for grab — meaning 3

Definition

To grab means to take hold of something quickly and firmly.

To grab is to seize or hold something suddenly, often with your hand. People grab objects when they are in a hurry or when something is about to fall. It can also mean to take an opportunity quickly or to get someone’s attention strongly.

Examples

  • Grab my hand and don’t let go.
  • I need to grab my keys before we leave.
  • Let’s grab lunch after the meeting.
  • She tried to grab his attention from across the room.
  • He grabbed the opportunity and applied right away.