Dictionary Check: snapping

"snapping" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

verb

utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone

Example: "The sales clerk snapped a reply at the angry customer"
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verb

separate or cause to separate abruptly

Example: "The rope snapped"
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verb

break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension

Example: "The pipe snapped"
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verb

move or strike with a noise

Example: "he clicked on the light"
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verb

close with a snapping motion

Example: "The lock snapped shut"
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verb

make a sharp sound

Example: "his fingers snapped"
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