grabber

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die Dinge nimmt oder an sich reißt, ohne Rücksicht auf andere, oft auf unangenehme oder egoistische Weise.

A noun referring to a person who takes or seizes things without consideration for others, often in an unpleasant or selfish manner.

1. Selfish personB2informal

   A person who takes things or opportunities in a rude or inconsiderate manner, often without regard for others.

   Egoistischer Mensch

   • He's such a grabber—he always takes the biggest piece of cake.
   • Don't be a grabber; wait your turn in line.
   • The grabber snatched the last ticket without asking anyone else.

   Synonymehogopportunistself-seeker

2. Attention-getterB2informal

   Something that immediately captures attention or interest, often used in media or marketing.

   Aufmerksamkeitsfänger

   • The headline was a real grabber, making everyone read the article.
   • The opening scene of the movie is a complete grabber.
   • In advertising, a good slogan can be an effective grabber.

   Synonymeattractiondraweye-catcherhookmagnet

3. Tool for graspingB1formal

   A mechanical device used to pick up or hold objects, especially for reaching items that are out of arm's length.

   Greifer

   • He used a grabber to pick up litter from the ground.
   • The grabber tool is helpful for people with limited mobility.
   • She extended the grabber to take the jar from the top shelf.

   Synonymeclaw