SNATCH
(noun, verb)
There are 8 meanings of the word
Snatch.
Definitions
How to pronounce snatch:
US
Snatch - as a noun
(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
A weightlift in which the barbell is lifted overhead in one rapid motion
The act of catching an object with the hands
Example: "Mays made the catch with his back to the plate"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Snatch - as a verb
To grasp hastily or eagerly
Example: "Before i could stop him the dog snatched the ham bone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
To make grasping motions
Example: "The cat snatched at the butterflies"
Example Sentences
"He made a quick snatch for the ball and scored a point."
"The thief made a snatch and ran off with her purse."
"I managed to catch a snatch of their conversation as I walked by."
"The bird swooped down and made a snatch at the fish in the water."
"She was startled by a snatch of music coming from the radio."
Word Game Points
Is SNATCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, snatch is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SNATCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SNATCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, snatch is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSNATCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is SNATCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, snatch is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSNATCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.