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snip

1 of 2verb
/snɪp/
Forms:snips,snipping,snipped,snipped
1

to cut or remove something by pinching or using scissors

transitive
  • The tailor had to snip the excess fabric to perfect the garment's fit.
  • To create a neat and tidy appearance, the hairstylist decided to snip the split ends.
  • The gardener carefully snipped the overgrown branches to shape the hedge.
  • To open the package, she needed to snip the tape with scissors.
  • The chef used kitchen shears to snip fresh herbs for the recipe.