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Raresnaps
The correct spelling is snaps.
How to pronounce snaps
noun
Say it like: Sna-ps
The correct spelling is snaps. A quick breaking or cracking sound or the action of producing such a sound. For example: "We took a few snaps of the old church before moving on."
Usage Examples
“We took a few snaps of the old church before moving on.”
“a ginger snap”
“I can fix most vacuum cleaners in a snap.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A quick breaking or cracking sound or the action of producing such a sound.
- 2.A sudden break.
- 3.An attempt to seize, bite, attack, or grab.
- 4.The act of making a snapping sound by pressing the thumb and an opposing finger of the same hand together and suddenly releasing the grip so that the finger hits against the palm.
- 5.A fastening device that makes a snapping sound when used.
verb
- 1.To fracture or break apart suddenly.
- 2.To give forth or produce a sharp cracking noise; to crack.
- 3.To attempt to seize with the teeth or bite.
- 4.To attempt to seize with eagerness.
- 5.To speak abruptly or sharply.
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