Pronunciation: /snɪb/
noun a latch or bolt for fastening a door or gate
A1 I found a snib on the ground while walking in the park.
A2 The snib on the door was broken, so it wouldn't latch properly.
B1 She carefully turned the snib to lock the gate behind her.
B2 The antique chest had an intricate snib that required a special key to open.
C1 The locksmith examined the snib closely to determine the best way to repair it.
C2 The snib on the ancient treasure chest was rumored to be protected by a magical spell.
verb to fasten or secure with a snib
A1 I snibbed the door shut before leaving the house.
A2 She snibbed the gate closed to keep the dog from running out.
B1 The window was snibbed open to let in some fresh air.
B2 He snibbed the latch to secure the toolbox in place.
C1 The old wooden chest was snibbed shut with a rusty lock.
C2 She carefully snibbed the lock on the safe to protect its contents.
formal She carefully turned the snib on the door to make sure it was securely locked.
informal Don't forget to flick the snib before you leave the house.
slang I couldn't get the door open because the snib was stuck.
figurative His mind was like a snib, difficult to unlock and understand.
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