snip

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Definitions

v.

To cut something with short, sharp strokes using scissors or similar tools

剪断,剪去

n.

A single cut with scissors; a small piece cut off

一剪,剪断;剪下的小片

🧩 Root Breakdown

Onomatopoeia
snipother
=snip

Common Collocations

  • 1.snip off剪掉,剪断
  • 2.snip away逐渐剪去
  • 3.a quick snip快速剪一下
  • 4.[snip out]剪出,裁出

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She snipped the loose thread off her jacket with a small pair of scissors.

  • 2.

    The hairdresser snipped away carefully to give him a neat trim.

  • 3.

    Just snip the corner of the packet open to pour out the sauce.

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