Meaning of the word snick in English

What does snick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

snick

US /snɪk/
UK /snɪk/

Verb

1.

to make a small, sharp sound, especially when a latch or bolt engages

Example:
The door closed with a soft snick.
He heard the bolt snick into place.
2.

(in cricket) to deflect the ball slightly with the edge of the bat

Example:
The batsman managed to snick the ball to the boundary.
He tried to snick it past the slips.

Noun

1.

a small, sharp sound, especially one made by a latch or bolt engaging

Example:
There was a faint snick as the key turned in the lock.
The gate closed with a satisfying snick.
2.

(in cricket) a slight deflection of the ball with the edge of the bat

Example:
It was a fine snick that went for four runs.
The umpire gave him out for a faint snick.