Definition

A type of fish that is often found in warm coastal waters and is valued for its taste, or a snapping turtle.

Example

The chef prepared a delicious dish using fresh snapper from the market.

Conversation

Did you hear about the big snapper they caught at the pier yesterday?

No way! What did it look like?

It was huge, almost as big as a small dog!

That's incredible! I hope they released it back into the water.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snapper → The word 'snapper' originates from the verb 'to snap' (from Middle English 'snappen', meaning to make a sudden, sharp noise or to break suddenly) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person or thing that performs an action). A snapper is thus something or someone that snaps, often referring to a type of fish known for its quick biting action.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'snapping' — that's why a snapper is something that makes a quick, sharp action, like a fish that bites quickly.

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