grab bag noun5 •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. •A bag from which a gift or prize may be withdrawn (grabbed) unseen. •(figurative) Any random assortment, selection or possibility.With that system, it's a grab bag which files we can find at any moment. •A moderately large bag of crisps or other snack, suitable for sharing. •A bag containing essential items, which can be easily picked up and taken in an emergency. formsgrab bags · grab-bags