grab bag

名词 n.
中文释义

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. A gift, purchase, etc. whose contents are concealed until after a selection is made; a bag as gift that comprises mystery prizes.
    — Winners can choose a gift from the grab bags on the table.
  2. A bag from which a gift or prize may be withdrawn (grabbed) unseen.
  3. Any random assortment, selection or possibility. figuratively
    — With that system, it's a grab bag which files we can find at any moment.
  4. A moderately large bag of crisps or other snack, suitable for sharing.
  5. A bag containing essential items, which can be easily picked up and taken in an emergency.

词形变化

grab bags plural grabbag alternative grab-bag alternative

词汇关系

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