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snare

 

[sneษชr ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

A snare is a type of drum that has metal strings stretched across the bottom skin. When the drum is hit, these strings vibrate to produce a sharp, distinctive sound.

Synonyms

drum, percussion instrument.

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Word Description / Examples
snare

Commonly used in everyday conversation to refer to a type of drum with a distinctive sharp sound, made by the strings (snares) stretched across the bottom.

  • The snare in his drum set really makes the music pop.
  • He tightened the snare to get a crisper sound.
drum

A general term for percussion instruments that produce sound by being struck, whether with hands, sticks, or other tools. It can be used in both professional and casual settings to describe a wide variety of instruments.

  • She played the drum in the school band.
  • He bought a new drum for his music studio.
percussion instrument

A more formal and broad term that includes any instrument that makes sound through being struck, shaken, or scraped. Used in academic, educational, and professional contexts.

  • Percussion instruments play a crucial role in the orchestra.
  • In music class, we learned about different percussion instruments.

Examples of usage

  • The drummer used the snare to keep the rhythm of the song.
  • She adjusted the tension of the snare to change the sound it produced.
Context #2 | Noun

trap

A snare is a device used for trapping animals by looping a noose around their neck or limbs, capturing them alive or killing them.

Synonyms

noose, trap.

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snare

Used mainly when talking about simple trapping devices used for catching animals, often in a bushcraft or survival context. Can also be used metaphorically to describe a trap for people, but usually in a figurative or strategic sense.

  • The hunter set a snare to catch rabbits for dinner.
  • He fell into a financial snare that was hard to escape.
trap

A broad term applicable to various devices or strategies for capturing or deceiving, often used in contexts ranging from physical traps for animals to metaphorical traps in personal or business situations.

  • The mouse fell into the cleverly set trap.
  • She realized too late that the job offer was a trap.
noose

Commonly associated with a rope tied in a loop with a running knot, used for capturing animals or, more infamously, for hanging. The word carries a negative connotation due to its association with execution.

  • They tied a noose to hang the picture frame securely.
  • The criminal was sentenced to death by the noose.

Examples of usage

  • The hunter set up snares to catch rabbits in the forest.
  • The snare was successful in trapping the wild boar.
Context #3 | Verb

capture

To snare means to catch or trap something or someone using a snare or a similar method.

Synonyms

capture, trap.

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snare

Used when talking about catching someone or something in a tricky or deceptive way. This word often has a negative connotation.

  • The hunter used a snare to catch the rabbit.
  • She was snared by the complex scheme.
capture

Commonly used in both physical and metaphorical contexts where something or someone is taken or secured, sometimes with effort or struggle.

  • The police were able to capture the fugitive.
  • The photograph captured the essence of the moment.
trap

Refers to a situation where someone or something is caught or confined, often involving a device or a clever plan. This word can have a negative or neutral connotation depending on the context.

  • They set a trap for the mouse in the kitchen.
  • He felt trapped in his dead-end job.

Examples of usage

  • The police were able to snare the criminal after a long chase.
  • She managed to snare the elusive butterfly in her net.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • This term comes from the Old English word 'snear' which means 'to twist' or 'to take by surprise'.
  • Originally, it referred to tools that ensnared or entangled animals, emphasizing stealth and surprise.

Music

  • In music, a 'snare drum' is a key instrument in many genres, known for its sharp, crisp sound.
  • The snare mechanism in a drum, which consists of wires stretched across the bottom, creates that distinctive, snapping sound.

Psychology

  • The term also metaphorically refers to situations or challenges that can trap or limit one's options or actions.
  • Cognitive biases can act as mental snares, trapping our thoughts in unproductive patterns or beliefs.

Culture

  • In literature and film, snares often symbolize the unexpected challenges and pitfalls characters must navigate.
  • The concept of 'snare' is also prevalent in various folk tales, often highlighting themes of cunning and survival.

Technology

  • In programming, a snare can refer to certain loops or catches in code that trap errors for debugging.
  • The phrase 'data snare' can describe techniques used to capture sensitive information, often in cybersecurity contexts.

Translations

Translations of the word "snare" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caixa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคจเฅ‡เคฐ เคกเฅเคฐเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Falle

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perangkap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐัั‚ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ puล‚apka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒใ‚ขใƒ‰ใƒฉใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท caisse claire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trampa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tuzak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pasti

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pasca

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้™ท้˜ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pasti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gildra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐา›ะฟะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒแƒคแƒแƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trampa

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,526, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.