Pronunciation: /ˈsnæpɪŋ/
verb the action of making a sharp, cracking sound or movement
A1 The little boy was snapping his fingers to the beat of the music.
A2 She was snapping photos of the beautiful sunset at the beach.
B1 The manager was snapping at the employees for being late to work.
B2 The crocodile was snapping its jaws dangerously close to the edge of the boat.
C1 The journalist was snapping candid shots of the celebrities at the event.
C2 The dancer's movements were so precise, it looked like she was snapping her body into different shapes.
adjective describing something that is done quickly or abruptly
A1 The snapping turtle is a dangerous animal.
A2 She heard the snapping of twigs in the forest.
B1 The snapping sound of the camera caught everyone's attention.
B2 The snapping jaws of the crocodile were a terrifying sight.
C1 The snapping of fingers indicated impatience in the room.
C2 The snapping of the flag in the wind was a patriotic sight.
formal The snapping of twigs underfoot alerted the hikers to the presence of wildlife nearby.
informal I heard the snapping of fingers as the audience clapped along to the music.
slang She was so angry, I could practically hear her snapping at everyone around her.
figurative The tension in the room was palpable, like a rubber band on the verge of snapping.
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