Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a snail.

Example

The artist created a snaillike sculpture that captured the creature's unique shape.

Conversation

Have you seen that new game?

Yeah, I played it yesterday, but it has some snaillike movements that are kind of annoying.

I noticed that too; it makes it hard to keep up with everything happening.

Totally! I wish they would speed it up a bit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snaillike → It is formed from "snail" (from Old English "snægl", meaning a slow-moving mollusk) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "snaillike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of a snail, often implying slowness or a spiral shape.

Memory Tip

Think of a snail, which is known for being slow and having a spiral shell, to remember that "snaillike" means resembling a snail.

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