snapped
Americanadjective
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broken suddenly and with a sharp cracking sound.
The snapped twig startled the animal, and it darted to safety.
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photographed, especially quickly or spontaneously.
A hastily snapped photo captured the moment.
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Digital Technology.
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(of a QR code or other source) scanned using a smartphone or other digital device in order to read the encoded text or URL and browse the hyperlinked web page.
The URL of the snapped QR code was only a blank page with no info, just a silly movie clip.
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being or relating to an icon or other displayed item moved instantly and automatically into alignment with a grid or into a predetermined position, as to a corner or edge of the screen.
A snapped app occupies a narrower region of the screen, freeing up the remaining screen area.
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uttered quickly and sharply, as a command, retort, rebuke, etc..
"None of your business!" was the snapped reply.
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closed, opened, placed, thrown, applied, etc., with a sharp, quick sound or movement.
A snapped shot hit the goalie in the net and was knocked away.
The tip of a snapped whip would’ve hurt like a knife.
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Football. (of the ball) put into play by tossing it back to a member of the offensive backfield, especially from between the legs when bent over double.
A punter receives the snapped ball and punts it to the opposing team in a way that limits any field position advantage.
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(of the fingers) making a sudden sharp sound by being pressed against each other and then released sideways.
They arrogantly expect the rest of the world to jump to their snapped fingers.
verb
Etymology
Origin of snapped
Example Sentences
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At one point, the video feed in the overflow room was shut down after someone violated the court rules and snapped pictures of a cooperating witness testifying that later circulated on social media.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Eddie Murphy joined the long list of celebrities who have invested in Bahamian real estate when he snapped up Rooster Cay—also known as Long Cay—in 2007.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 1, 2026
Nvidia stock snapped a losing streak ahead of its earnings report, which could provide a catalyst.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
In an age before digital photography, troops were often eager to get their picture snapped whenever they saw him.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
"What are you hiding?" snapped Sheba, half rising from her chair.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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