First Known Use: circa 1848
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snippy
adjective snip·py \ˈsni-pē\
: feeling or showing irritation
snip·pi·ersnip·pi·est
Full Definition of SNIPPY
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: unduly brief or curt
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Origin of SNIPPY
2snip
Related to SNIPPY
- Synonyms
- abrupt, bluff, brusque (also brusk), crusty, curt, downright, short, short-spoken, blunt, unceremonious
- Antonyms
- circuitous, mealymouthed
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