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Definition of grabby

grabby

/ˈɡræb.i/
grab · by
Adverb:grabbily
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• adjective

1

Inclined to seize, snatch, or take things greedily or rudely; acquisitive or greedy.

Example

"The toddler became quite grabby whenever other children brought out their new toys."

2

Prone to touching or groping others in an unwelcome, overly familiar, or inappropriate manner.

Example

"Security had to escort the patron out of the lounge after he got grabby with the staff."

3

Tending to catch, stick, or engage too abruptly or unevenly (especially of vehicle brakes or mechanical clutches).

Example

"After the rain, the car's brakes felt noticeably grabby at low speeds."

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• Rhymes for grabby

• Nearby Words

gozalandia
grab
grabber
grabby
grace
graceful
gracefully

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grabby. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grabby
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