Definition

A person or tool that cuts something, usually with quick, small movements.

Example

The gardener used a snipper to trim the bushes neatly.

Conversation

I just bought a new snipper for my gardening tools.

Oh nice! Is it good for trimming the bushes?

Yeah, it's really sharp and makes the job so much easier.

That sounds perfect! I need to get one for my plants too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snipper originates from the verb 'snip', which is of imitative origin, suggesting a quick, sharp cutting action. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs the action. Therefore, a 'snipper' is a person who performs the action of snipping.

Memory Tip

Think of someone quickly 'cutting' ('snip') something, and the '-er' means it's a person doing that action. A snipper is someone who cuts quickly.

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