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Snapper - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A snapper is a type of fish known for its sharp teeth and strong jaws, often found in warm coastal waters. It can also refer to someone or something that snaps quickly.

snapper

/ˈsnæpər/ /ˈsnæpə/

Definition:

A fish with sharp teeth, or someone/something that snaps.

Synonyms:

bream, fish, cracker, fastener, gripper

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

releaser, loosener

Common Collocations:

red snapper, snapper turtle, snap a photo, quick snapper, snapper bait

Derivatives:

snapping, snapped, snaps

Usage Tips:

Use "snapper" for fish or quick actions; avoid confusion with unrelated meanings like camera parts.

Common Phrases:

quick as a snapper, cold as a snapper, snapper in the grass

Etymology:

From Dutch "snappen," meaning to seize or snap; later applied to fish with snapping jaws.

Examples:

  • 1. The fisherman caught a large snapper today.
  • 2. She used a plastic snapper to close the bag tightly.
  • 3. The old camera had a loud snapper sound.
  • 4. He’s known as a quick snapper in debates.

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