snatching
|snatch/ing|
B2
/ˈsnætʃɪŋ/
(snatch)
quickly seize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'snatch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'snacchen,' where 'snacchen' meant 'to seize or grasp.'
Historical Evolution
'snacchen' transformed into the modern English word 'snatch' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to seize or grasp,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of quickly seizing something in a rude or eager way.
The thief was caught snatching a purse from an elderly woman.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45