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Meaning ofsnatchin English

snatch

us//snætʃ//uk//snætʃ//

Pluralsnatches
Past Tensesnatched
Participle Verbsnatching
Third Person Singularsnatches

Definitions

Noun
1. a quick grab or seizure; sudden movement
2. a weightlifting event; lifting a barbell overhead
Verb
1. to grasp and remove something quickly
  The thief tried to snatch her purse from her shoulder.
2. to attempt a sudden seizure or capture
  The police will snatch any opportunity to arrest the suspect.
3. to seize quickly; without permission
  The robber tried to snatch the wallet from the tourist's pocket.
4. to steal; take unfairly
  The company will snatch the contract if they submit a better bid.
5. to take victory suddenly; at the last moment
  The team will snatch the championship if they win this game.
6. to do something swiftly; in limited time
  She had to snatch a quick breakfast before rushing to work.