First Known Use: 1533
Dictionary
1snaffle
noun snaf·fle \ˈsna-fəl\
Definition of SNAFFLE
: a simple usually jointed bit for a bridle
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Origin of SNAFFLE
origin unknown
2snaffle
transitive verb
snaf·fledsnaf·fling \ˈsna-f(ə-)liŋ\
Definition of SNAFFLE
: to obtain especially by devious or irregular means
Origin of SNAFFLE
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1724
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