Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Snipe.
How to pronounce snipe:
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Snipe - as a noun
Old or new world straight-billed game bird of the sandpiper family; of marshy areas; similar to the woodcocks
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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A gunshot from a concealed location
Snipe - as a verb
Hunt or shoot snipe
Attack in speech or writing
Example: "The editors of the left-leaning paper attacked the new house speaker"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assail6attack12lash outround6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
criticise13criticize22knock15pick apartHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I saw a snipe flying over the marsh."
"The snipe is known for its long beak."
"Hunters often target snipes during the hunting season."
"The snipe camouflaged itself in the tall grass."
"She managed to catch a snipe while birdwatching."
Word Game Points
Is SNIPE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, snipe is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SNIPE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is SNIPE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, snipe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSNIPE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is SNIPE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, snipe is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSNIPE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
