Snipper-snapper
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsnɪpəˌsnæpə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Snipper-snapper is a noun meaning (colloquial, dated) A worthless or insignificant person.
Meaning
(colloquial, dated) A worthless or insignificant person.
Example Sentences
Let me find him once and I'll make him dance. Oh, you snipper-snapper! I'll get the King's letter sent to your house indeed I will!
Why, I thought you liked it immensely : women generally do; but it shows your good sense not to want to be stared at and written up by a lot of snipper-snappers.
Word Forms
- snipper-snappers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include snip, whipper snapper, nipper, whippersnapper, snaphance, snubber.
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