Pronunciation: /snæps/

Definitions of snaps

noun a sudden, sharp cracking sound or movement

Example Sentences

A1 She loves to take snaps of her dog at the park.

A2 I always carry my camera with me to capture snaps of beautiful scenery.

B1 The photographer took some amazing snaps of the city skyline at sunset.

B2 I enjoy looking through old family snaps and reminiscing about the past.

C1 The artist's exhibition featured a series of abstract snaps that challenged viewers' perceptions.

C2 The journalist's snaps of the protest captured the raw emotion and intensity of the event.

verb to make a sudden, sharp cracking sound or movement

Example Sentences

A1 She snaps her fingers to the beat of the music.

A2 The branch snaps under the weight of the snow.

B1 He snaps at his coworkers when he's stressed.

B2 The photographer snaps a quick picture before the sun sets.

C1 The CEO snaps his fingers and the employees immediately spring into action.

C2 The magician snaps his fingers and the rabbit disappears in a puff of smoke.

Examples of snaps in a Sentence

formal The photographer took quick snaps of the model during the photoshoot.

informal Let's take some snaps before we leave the party.

slang She snaps at anyone who disagrees with her.

figurative The tension in the room was so thick, it felt like it could snap at any moment.

Grammatical Forms of snaps

past tense

snapped

plural

snaps

comparative

snappier

superlative

snappiest

present tense

snap

future tense

will snap

perfect tense

have snapped

continuous tense

is snapping

singular

snap

positive degree

snap

infinitive

to snap

gerund

snapping

participle

snapping

Origin and Evolution of snaps

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Old Norse
Story behind the word: The word 'snaps' originated from the Old Norse word 'snappa', meaning to snatch or grab quickly.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'snaps' evolved to also refer to quick, sharp sounds or actions, as well as to describe a type of alcoholic drink taken as a shot.