Grabble

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹæbblɪ/

Grabble (verb)

  1. To feel around with your hands to find something, often in the dark.
  2. To catch fish by using your hands instead of fishing tools.

Examples

  • She had to grabble for her keys in the dark.
  • He grabbled around in his bag for a pen.

Common collocations: grabble around, grabble in the dark, grabble in the river, grabble for fish

Synonyms of Grabble

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Grabble

  • When referring to arranging or tidying.