Meaning of the word snip in English

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

snip

US /snɪp/
UK /snɪp/

Verb

cut (something) with scissors or shears, typically with a small, quick stroke

Example:
She used scissors to snip off the loose threads.
The gardener carefully snipped the dead leaves from the rose bush.

Noun

a small cut made with scissors or shears

Example:
He made a quick snip with the scissors.
There was a small snip in the fabric.