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Snip Definition & Meaning

snip
noun
  1. a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off)
  2. the act of clipping or snipping
verb
  1. sever or remove by pinching or snipping; "nip off the flowers"
  2. cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of; "dress the plants in the garden"

"Snip" in song lyrics

See how snip is used in real songs:

  • "This music is a taste given you a little snip"
    Ms. Toi f/ Ali, Murphy Lee, Nelly — Be Like Me
  • "clip 'n snip"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with snip

Usage tips for "snip"

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Frequently asked questions

What does snip mean?
a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off) the act of clipping or snipping sever or remove by pinching or snipping; "nip off the flowers" cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of; "dress the plants in the garden"
What part of speech is snip?
Snip is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does snip have?
Snip has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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