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snipped

 

[ snɪpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cut portions

To snip means to cut something quickly and cleanly, often using scissors. It can refer to cutting a small piece from a larger item or trimming something to make it more neat. This term is commonly associated with tasks like grooming, crafting, or cooking. Snipping implies a precise action, possibly requiring a gentle touch to avoid damaging the material being cut.

Synonyms

clip, cut, trim

Examples of usage

  • She snipped the ribbon with scissors.
  • He snipped off the dead leaves from the plant.
  • The tailor snipped a bit of the fabric to fit the dress properly.

Translations

Translations of the word "snipped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cortado

🇮🇳 कटा हुआ

🇩🇪 geschnitten

🇮🇩 dipotong

🇺🇦 обрізаний

🇵🇱 cięty

🇯🇵 切断された

🇫🇷 coupé

🇪🇸 cortado

🇹🇷 kesilmiş

🇰🇷 잘린

🇸🇦 مقطوع

🇨🇿 ostříhaný

🇸🇰 strihaný

🇨🇳 剪切的

🇸🇮 odrezan

🇮🇸 klippt

🇰🇿 кесілген

🇬🇪 გადაჭრილი

🇦🇿 kəsilmiş

🇲🇽 cortado

Word origin

The word 'snipped' originates from the Old English word 'snipan,' which means to cut or shear. This root is connected to similar terms in other Germanic languages, indicating its long-standing usage in describing cutting actions. Over the centuries, 'snip' has evolved to encompass various cutting techniques, particularly those involving smaller and precise cuts. The phonetic development of the term reflects how it has adapted to modern English usage. It is closely associated with everyday tasks, hence becoming a common verb in both informal and formal contexts. As scissors and similar cutting tools became more prevalent, the word's application expanded, leading to its current widely recognized definition.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,970, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.