nab (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /næb/

Definition

To catch someone suddenly and unexpectedly, especially a criminal.

Examples

• The detective managed to nab the suspect after a long chase.

• They nabbed the shoplifter trying to leave with stolen goods.

• The quick-thinking guard nabbed the person who was trying to break in.

How to Use nab

nab someone (collocation)

To catch a person, especially a criminal. — "The officers were able to nab the wanted man."

nab something (collocation)

To get or take something quickly. — "She quickly nabbed the best seat in the house."

Synonyms of nab

Words with a similar meaning to nab:

• catch
• apprehend
• capture
• seize

Antonyms of nab

Words with the opposite meaning to nab:

• release
• escape

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