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   snatch

   /snatʃ/

   verb

   • 1. quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way: "she snatched a biscuit from the plate" Similar grabseizeseize hold ofgrab hold oftake hold oflay hold oflay (one's) hands onget one's hands ontakeplucktake a grip ofgripgraspclutch
   • ▪ steal (something) or kidnap (someone) by seizing or grabbing suddenly: "the baby was snatched from a shopping centre last night" Similar stealthieverobtakepilferpurloinlootrifleabscond withcarry offembezzlemisappropriateinformal:walk off/away withrun away/off withswipenabrip offliftliberatefilchsnafflesnitchpinchhalf-inchnickwhipknock offnobbleboneheistglomsnaveltiefarchaic:cribhook
   • ▪ quickly secure or obtain (something) when a chance presents itself: "we snatched a few hours' sleep" Similar achievesecureobtainseizepluckwrestscrape
   • ▪ eagerly take or accept (an offer or opportunity): "I snatched at the chance" Similar accept eagerlyjump attake advantage ofgrab (at)snap upseize (on)graspgrasp with both handspounce onswoop down onbuy eagerly/quickly

   noun

   • 1. an act of snatching or quickly seizing something: "a quick snatch of breath"
   • ▪ a short spell of doing something: "brief snatches of sleep" Similar periodspelltimefitboutintervaldurationseasontermstretchspanphaseruninformal:patchspot
   • ▪ a fragment of song or talk: "picking up snatches of conversation" Similar fragmentsnippetsmatteringbitscrappiecepartextractexcerptportionsectionselection
   • ▪ a kidnapping or theft: informal "a bag snatch" Similar theftrobberystealingthievinglarcenythieveryrobbingpilferingpilferagepurloiningshopliftingburglaryraidhold-upappropriationexpropriationmisappropriationembezzlementdacoityinformal:rip-offsmash and grabheiststickuprare:peculationdefalcation
   • 2. the rapid raising of a weight from the floor to above the head in one movement.
   • 3. a woman's genitals. vulgar slang

   Word Origin Middle Englishsna(c)che (verb) ‘suddenly snap at’, (noun) ‘a snare’; perhaps related to snack.

   Derivatives

   • 1. snatcher noun
   • 2. snatchy adjective

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2. www.wikihow.com › What-Does-Snatched-MeanWhat Does Snatched Mean? Definition, Examples, & More

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   May 16, 2024 · “Snatched” means something looks amazing or flawless. Saying that someone or something looks snatched means the same thing as “perfect,” “on point,” or “fierce.” This slang term usually describes someone’s appearance, like their impressive makeup skills, impeccably styled hair, or fashionable outfit. [1] “Your cheekbones are looking snatched!

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSNATCHED | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SNATCHED definition: 1. taken or done quickly when there is an opportunity between doing other things: 2. (of a person…. Learn more.

4. www.dictionary.com › e › slangsnatched Meaning & Origin | Slang by Dictionary.com

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   Feb 13, 2019 · Snatched can be used as a verbal adjective (e.g., Her makeup is snatched, look at that highlight!) or verb (e.g. His look had my wig snatched). It’s most commonly used to describe someone physically, like their appearance or their outfit. A simplified snatch is also sometimes used in the same way.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › snatchedSNATCHED Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Snatched definition: amazingly good, very attractive, flawlessly styled, etc.. See examples of SNATCHED used in a sentence.

6. fluentslang.com › snatched-meaningWhat Does Snatched Mean? – Meaning, Uses and More

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   Sep 20, 2023 · The term snatched is a slang term used to describe something or someone as perfect or amazing. It is similar to the terms “on fleek” and “on point.” The term is commonly used to compliment a person’s appearance or fashion sense.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSNATCH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SNATCH definition: 1. to take hold of something suddenly and roughly: 2. to take something or someone away by force…. Learn more.

8. letslearnslang.com › snatchedSnatched Slang: Meaning, Origin, Sentence Examples

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   Jan 27, 2024 · Meaning. (Adjective) The term “snatched” is used to describe a person looks hot or sexy in a dress or an outfit he or she is wearing at the moment. Origin. Snatched is Gen Z slang that came from the black drag culture.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySNATCHED | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   SNATCHED meaning: 1. taken or done quickly when there is an opportunity between doing other things: 2. (of a person…. Learn more.

10. redkiwiapp.com › lv › english-guideSnatched Meaning and Examples | Slang

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    What does “Snatched” mean? The phrase "snatched" means something is 'nice and cool' or 'looking really good.' When someone describes something as "snatched", they are saying it is stylish, attractive, or on point.

11. 7esl.com › snatchedSnatched Meaning: What Does the Useful Term ‘Snatched’ Mean ... -...

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    Jun 17, 2024 · What does Snatched mean? What is the definition of this slang word? Learn how and when to use this internet term with ESL infographic and useful conversation examples in English.