Snatch/snætʃ/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/2Impolite Action Using 'snatch' can suggest rudeness or impatience in taking something. He rudely snatched the pen from her hand. Pro Tip 2/2Sudden Movement 'Snatch' implies a quick and sudden action, usually done with one's hand. The thief snatched the purse and ran off.