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Meaning of grabble

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

grabble

Pronunciation:/ˈɡɹæbl̩/

noun

Definitions

  1. A method of fishing using a line with several hooks fastened to it along with a lead weight so that the hooks sit on the bottom.

    Example: To lay / fish (up)on the grabble

verb

Definitions

  1. To search with one's hands and fingers; to attempt to grasp something.

    Synonyms:fumblegropegrubblerootrummage
  2. To search in a similar way using an implement.

  3. To touch (someone) with one's hands or fingers, sometimes in a sexual way.

    Synonyms:feel upfondlegrope
  4. To pick (something or someone) up hastily, roughly or clumsily.

    Synonyms:grabseizesnatch