Snipe Definition & Meaning
snipe
- noun
- Old or New World straight-billed game bird of the sandpiper family; of marshy areas; similar to the woodcocks
- a gunshot from a concealed location
- verb
- hunt or shoot snipe
- aim and shoot with great precision
- attack in speech or writing; "The editors of the left-leaning paper attacked the new House Speaker"
"Snipe" in song lyrics
See how snipe is used in real songs:
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"Off the roof top waitin' for someone to snipe"
Buddha Monk f/ Derrick Sassin, Dungeon Masta — Bust Gats -
"Trying to find love in you is like hunting a snipe"
Calvin Crabtree — Let Me Tell You About My New Love -
"Snipe, snipe"
Chopper City Boyz f/ B.G. — Make 'Em Mad
Words that rhyme with snipe
Usage tips for "snipe"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "snipe" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for snipe to find words that pair well.