Dictionary Check: snag

"snag" is a valid word!

Scrabble 5 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

noun

a sharp protuberance

noun

a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest

Example: "a snag can provide food and a habitat for insects and birds"
noun

an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart

Example: "there was a rip in his pants"
Synonyms:
noun

an unforeseen obstacle

Synonyms:
verb

catch on a snag

Example: "I snagged my stocking"
verb

get by acting quickly and smartly

Example: "snag a bargain"

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