First Known Use: 13th century
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1snub
transitive verb \ˈsnəb\
: to ignore (someone) in a deliberate and insulting way
: to not accept or attend (something) as a way to show disapproval
snubbedsnub·bing
Full Definition of SNUB
1
: to check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke
2
3
: to treat with contempt or neglect <snub an old acquaintance>
4
: to extinguish by stubbing <snub out a cigarette>
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Origin of SNUB
Middle English snibben, snubben, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse snubba to scold, Swedish dialect snubba to reproach, cut off
2snub
noun
Definition of SNUB
First Known Use of SNUB
14th century
Related to SNUB
- Synonyms
- brush-off, rebuff, repulse, silent treatment, cold shoulder
- Antonyms
- open arms
3snub
adjective
Definition of SNUB
First Known Use of SNUB
1724
SNUBBING Defined for Kids
1snub
verb \ˈsnəb\
snubbedsnub·bing
Definition of SNUB for Kids
: to ignore or treat rudely on purpose
2snub
noun
Definition of SNUB for Kids
: an act or an instance of ignoring or treating rudely on purpose
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