Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Snatches.
Snatches - 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"
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Snatches - as a verb
To grasp hastily or eagerly
Example: "Before i could stop him the dog snatched the ham bone"
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
To make grasping motions
Example: "The cat snatched at the butterflies"
Example Sentences
"He snatches the toy from his sister's hand."
"The thief snatches the purse and runs away."
"She snatches the phone from the table before it falls."
"The eagle snatches the fish from the water."
"He snatches the last slice of pizza before anyone else."
Word Game Points
Is SNATCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, snatches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SNATCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SNATCHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, snatches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSNATCHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SNATCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, snatches is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSNATCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
