Snip: meaning, definitions and examples

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snip

[ snɪp ]

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cutting

A small piece that is snipped off, typically with scissors or shears.

Synonyms

clip, cut, trim

Examples of usage

I need to snip off the loose thread on my shirt.
She gave a snip of her hair to the hairdresser.

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cutting

To cut something with scissors or shears, typically in a quick and precise manner.

Synonyms

clip, cut, trim

Examples of usage

She snipped the coupon out of the magazine.
He snipped the wires to disconnect the alarm.

Translations

Translations of the word "snip" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recortar

🇮🇳 काटना

🇩🇪 schneiden

🇮🇩 memotong

🇺🇦 обрізати

🇵🇱 ciąć

🇯🇵 切る (kiru)

🇫🇷 couper

🇪🇸 cortar

🇹🇷 kesmek

🇰🇷 자르다 (jareuda)

🇸🇦 قطع (qataʿa)

🇨🇿 stříhat

🇸🇰 strihanie

🇨🇳 剪 (jiǎn)

🇸🇮 rezati

🇮🇸 klippa

🇰🇿 кесу

🇬🇪 მოჭრა (mots'ra)

🇦🇿 kəsmək

🇲🇽 cortar

Word origin

The word 'snip' originated from Middle English 'snippe', which meant a small piece that is cut off. Over time, it has evolved to refer to a quick and precise cut, especially done with scissors or shears. The verb form 'snip' has been used since the 16th century, indicating a swift cutting action. Today, 'snip' is commonly used in various contexts to describe a precise and efficient cutting process.