Pronunciation: /snaɪp/
noun a long-billed marsh bird with a harsh call
A1 I saw a snipe in the field.
A2 The snipe is a type of bird that is known for its long bill.
B1 The hunter tried to snipe the bird from a distance.
B2 The snipe is a wading bird that can be found in marshy areas.
C1 The snipe is known for its distinctive call and elusive nature.
C2 Birdwatchers often spend hours trying to spot a snipe in its natural habitat.
verb to make a sly or petty verbal attack
A1 The bird sniped at the worm on the ground.
A2 I saw the hunter snipe at the ducks in the marsh.
B1 The journalist tried to snipe at the politician during the press conference.
B2 The sniper was able to snipe the target from a distance of 500 meters.
C1 The hacker was able to snipe sensitive information from the company's database.
C2 The expert marksman was able to snipe the enemy commander with pinpoint accuracy.
formal The hunter patiently waited to snipe the bird from a distance.
informal I heard you can snipe some great deals at the online auction.
slang I'm going to snipe that last slice of pizza before anyone else can grab it.
figurative She always tries to snipe at my confidence with her harsh criticisms.
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