The word snatch when used as a transitive verb means grasping or seizing suddenly hastily or eagerly. When used in sports it means lifting (a weight) in just one quick, uninterrupted motion. It may mean grasping or seizing illicitly.
When used as an intransitive verb it may mean making grasping or seizing motions. As a noun it would refer to the act of snatching. In this sense it would mean a quick grab or grasp. The word snatch may also be used to describe a brief interlude of time. It could also mean a small amount; that is, a bit or fragment.
It is also used as a slang term to mean a kidnapping. In sports it refers to a lift in weightlifting wherein the weight is lifted in just one quick, uninterrupted motion. Another noun form of the word snatch is the term snatcher.
When used as an intransitive verb it may mean making grasping or seizing motions. As a noun it would refer to the act of snatching. In this sense it would mean a quick grab or grasp. The word snatch may also be used to describe a brief interlude of time. It could also mean a small amount; that is, a bit or fragment.
It is also used as a slang term to mean a kidnapping. In sports it refers to a lift in weightlifting wherein the weight is lifted in just one quick, uninterrupted motion. Another noun form of the word snatch is the term snatcher.
