t@ pret. and pp. snatched or snacht.

To seize hastily or abruptly. When half our knowledge we must snatch, not take.

To seize without permission or ceremony; as, to snatch a kiss.

To seize and transport away; as, snatch me to heaven.

To catch at; to attempt to seize suddenly. Nay, the ladies too will be snatching. He shall snatch on the right hand, and be hungry. Isaiah 9:20.

A hasty catch or seizing.

A catching at or attempt to seize suddenly.

A short fit of vigorous action; as a snatch as weeding after a shower.

A broken or interrupted action; a short fit or turn. They move by fits and snatches. We have often little snatches of sunshine.

A shuffling answer.