Snap

/snæp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A sudden sharp cracking sound.

The snap of the tree branch echoed through the forest.

A quick or sudden action or event.

With a snap, the magician made the rabbit disappear.

A casual photograph, especially one taken quickly.

He shared a snap from their trip to the beach on social media.

verb

To break suddenly and completely, typically with a sharp cracking sound.

The dry twig snapped under her foot.

To move quickly or suddenly.

He snapped the lid shut as soon as he finished.

To take a photograph quickly.

She snapped a picture of the sunset before it disappeared.

adjective

Quick and energetic.

She gave a snap reply to his question, demonstrating her confidence.

Middle English, from the verb 'snappen'

snap out of it

To recover from a negative emotional state.

snap to attention

To become suddenly alert or attentive.

snap decision

A quick and impulsive choice.

snapping

Making a sudden, sharp noise or action.

snapshot

A quick photograph or impression.

snare

A trap for capturing animals.

To lose control or become angry.

He was calm until he snapped.

To take a quick picture, often on a phone.

Let me snap that for the gram.