GRABBER

grabber

(noun) an unpleasant person who grabs inconsiderately

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

grabber (plural grabbers)

One who, or that which, grabs (seizes).

(television, film) A line of dialogue, etc. that captures the viewer's attention.

A machine in an amusement arcade containing prizes which the player must attempt to pick up with a mechanical grabbing arm.

Source: Wiktionary


Grab"ber, n.

Definition: One who seizes or grabs.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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