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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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   What does it mean to snatch something?

   • To snatch something means to grab something from someone. It gives the impression that you took something really quickly and maybe even took it from someone by stealing it. Broom-shaped pleasure 是什么意思？

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   What does snatched mean in drag?

   • “Snatched” originated in the New York City drag scene in the 1990s as a way to describe things as “fierce” or “on point.” Because Black drag performers typically wear artificial hair in the form of wigs or weaves, they might say that another performer “snatched their wig” off when they did something amazing or flawless.

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   What does it mean if someone looks snatched?

   • “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. “Your cheekbones are looking snatched!

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   What is snatched slang?

   • We can thank New York City drag culture in the 1990s for slang like hunty, slay, yaas, and snatched. Snatched specifically comes from black drag culture, where performers wear artificial hair called weaves. If something is absolutely amazing (snatched), it might just snatch your weave off, à la knock one’s socks off.

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

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   Snatched can mean taken or done quickly when there is an opportunity, or attractive, especially as a result of doing something to improve appearance. Learn more about the adjective snatched and see examples of its usage in different contexts.

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   Aug 26, 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!

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

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   Feb 13, 2019 · Snatched means "fierce" or "on point" in drag slang, especially when it comes to personal appearance. It comes from black drag culture and refers to the ability to snatch someone's weave off with one's look.

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   Snatched is a slang adjective that means amazingly good, very attractive, flawlessly styled, etc. It may come from regional American snatching or Black drag culture. See how to use it in sentences and its history.

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

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   Snatch means to take something quickly and roughly, or to win something unexpectedly. It can also be a noun for a short part or a rude word for a vagina.

9. www.familyeducation.com › gen-z-slang › snatched-meaningGen Z Slang: Snatched Meaning - FamilyEducation

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   Learn what "snatched" means and how to use it in Gen Z slang. It is a positive term that describes someone or something that looks exceptionally good or impressive, often related to appearance or fashion.

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

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    Sep 20, 2023 · Snatched is a slang term that means perfect or amazing. It is used to compliment someone's appearance, fashion, talent or skill. Learn how to use it in different contexts and with different genders.