Grabbing: meaning, definitions and examples

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grabbing

[ ˈɡræbɪŋ ]

^{Context #1}

action

To seize suddenly or roughly; snatch

Synonyms

grasp, seize, snatch

Examples of usage

He was caught grabbing the cookie from the jar.
She grabbed her bag and ran out the door.

^{Context #2}

activity

An act of seizing or snatching

Synonyms

grasp, seizure, snatch

Examples of usage

The quick grab of the thief startled the shopkeeper.
She made a grab for the falling book.

Translations

Translations of the word "grabbing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agarrando

🇮🇳 पकड़ना

🇩🇪 greifen

🇮🇩 meraih

🇺🇦 хапання

🇵🇱 chwytanie

🇯🇵 つかむこと

🇫🇷 attraper

🇪🇸 agarrar

🇹🇷 kapmak

🇰🇷 잡기

🇸🇦 إمساك

🇨🇿 chytání

🇸🇰 chytenie

🇨🇳 抓取

🇸🇮 zgrabiti

🇮🇸 grípa

🇰🇿 ұстау

🇬🇪 დაჭერა

🇦🇿 tutmaq

🇲🇽 agarrar

Word origin

The word 'grabbing' originates from the Middle English word 'grabben', which means 'to grasp or seize'. It has roots in Old English and Proto-Germanic languages. The concept of grabbing has been a fundamental human action since ancient times, essential for survival and daily activities. Over the years, the word has evolved in usage and context, reflecting changes in society and technology.