snippy snip

"Snippy snip" is a playful phrase often used to describe a quick, small cut or a brief, sharp remark.

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Definition

A2Everyday

(informal, humorous)The sound or action of a quick, small cut, typically made with scissors.

Example

  • With a snippy snip, she trimmed the loose thread from her dress.

B2Conversation

(informal, humorous)A brief, sharp remark or retort.

Example

  • He responded to her question with a snippy snip, clearly annoyed.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "snippy snip":

nip and tucknip atsplice editflat scissorspaper cut