snatch
/snætʃ/
Meanings
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Verb
To seize or take something suddenly and forcefully.
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Verb
To pull or tear something away with force.
Pronunciation
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/snætʃ/
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Synonyms
cunt , twat , grab
Rhymes
Words rhyming with snatchatch , hatch , patch , watch
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
Snatch (English) : To seize or take suddenly and forcefully
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Snatch (Scots) : A sudden and sharp pull or tug
Variants
List of all variants of snatch that leads to same resultsnatch , snatched , snatcher , snatchers , snatches , snatching , snatch block , snatch blocks , snatch at , snatched at , snatches at , snatching at
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).snatches, snatched, snatching
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'to catch or seize', from Old English snecan, snitan, from snitan to seize, catch.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'snatch' was used in the early days of computing to describe the process of loading data into the CPU from memory.
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In rugby, a 'snatch' is a type of lift used in weightlifting.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Grab: Synonym for snatch, meaning to seize or take something suddenly and forcefully.
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Seize: Synonym for snatch, meaning to take possession of something suddenly and forcefully.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'snatch' is used to describe a quick and unexpected action or event. For instance, in the novel 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain, Tom 'snatches' a pie from another boy. In music, 'Snatch' is a song by the English electronic music duo, The Prodigy.
How to Memorize "snatch"
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visualize
- Visualize pulling or seizing something forcefully. Imagine yourself in a situation where you need to snatch something.
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associate
- Associate the word snatch with quick and sudden actions.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Snatch and grab' to remember the meaning of the word.
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