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Definition grab in British English

grab noun

noun
/ɡræb/
1

an attempt to take hold of something

Example

Rose rushed at Dieter and made a grab at his wrist.

Synonyms and related words
touch contact hold
1.1

used for saying that someone tries to obtain something by acting quickly

Example

The army chose this moment to make a grab for power.

Synonyms and related words
attempt effort struggle
Synonyms and related words
agitator balance blower
Definition grab in British English