snags
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B2
/snæɡz/
(snag)
small problem or projection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'snag' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'snagge,' where 'snagge' meant 'a sharp point or projection.'
Historical Evolution
'snagge' transformed into the Middle English word 'snag,' and eventually became the modern English word 'snag.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sharp point or projection,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a small problem' and 'to catch or tear.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small problem or difficulty that causes a delay or makes a situation more complicated.
We hit a few snags during the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41