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Meaning of snapped
The primary meaning of the word "snapped" is to break or separate suddenly with a sharp cracking sound.
Etymology of snapped
The word "snapped" originates from the Old English word "snaepan," which means to seize or snatch, and is related to the Old Norse word "sneypa," meaning to snap or crack
The word has been used in English since the 14th century, initially to describe the act of seizing or snatching something, and later to describe the sound of something breaking or separating
Synonyms
broken
fractured
cracked
shattered
splintered
burst
ruptured
torn
severed
cut
clipped
cracked
split
fragmented
fragmented
separated
detached
disconnected
disengaged
unfastened
unhinged
crazed
damaged
injured
harmed
impaired
weakened
strained
stretched
pulled
tugged
yanked
jerked
wrenched
twisted
turned
clicked
clacked
clinked
clanked
Definitions
- To break or separate suddenly with a sharp cracking sound, typically due to pressure or tension
- To move or cause something to move suddenly with a sharp cracking sound
- To utter a sharp, sudden sound, typically to express anger or irritation
- To take a photograph, especially with a sudden, sharp movement
Usage Examples
- The branch snapped under the weight of the snow
- She snapped a photo of the beautiful sunset
- The firework snapped and crackled in the night air
- He snapped at me when I asked him a question