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snag

[snæɡ]

snag Definition

  • 1a rough or sharp part of something that sticks out and can catch on something else
  • 2a problem or difficulty that stops or delays progress

Using snag: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "snag" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The nail has a snag that caught my shirt.

  • Example

    The project hit a snag when the funding was cut.

  • Example

    The boat got stuck on a snag in the river.

  • Example

    She encountered a snag in her plan when her car broke down.

snag Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using snag

  • snag and bag

    to catch or capture something or someone

    Example

    The police were able to snag and bag the suspect before he could escape.

  • a list of minor problems or defects that need to be fixed or addressed

    Example

    The contractor provided us with a snag list of issues that needed to be resolved before the project could be considered complete.

  • snagglepuss

    a fictional cartoon character known for his catchphrase 'Heavens to Murgatroyd!'

    Example

    Snagglepuss is a pink mountain lion who wears a collar and a tie.

Phrases with snag

  • encounter an unexpected problem or obstacle that causes a delay or setback

    Example

    We hit a snag in the construction when we discovered a gas line running through the site.

  • get a good deal or bargain

    Example

    I managed to snag a great deal on this jacket during the sale.

  • snaggle-toothed

    having crooked or uneven teeth

    Example

    He had a snaggle-toothed grin that made him look mischievous.

Origins of snag

origin uncertain, possibly from Old Norse 'snagi', meaning 'clothes peg'

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Summary: snag in Brief

A 'snag' [snæɡ] refers to a rough or sharp part of something that can catch on another object, or a problem or difficulty that causes a delay or setback. Examples include 'The nail has a snag that caught my shirt.' and 'The project hit a snag when the funding was cut.' 'Snag' also appears in idioms such as 'hit a snag,' meaning to encounter an unexpected obstacle, and 'snag and bag,' meaning to catch or capture something or someone.