SnagWordNet Explorer

Explore synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms, hyponyms, and semantic relationships for “snag” powered by Princeton WordNet.

noun

an unforeseen obstacle

Words in this synset: hang-up, hitch, rub

noun

something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

noun

an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart

Words in this synset: rip, rent, split, tear

noun

an open or empty space in or between things

noun

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

noun

something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings

verb

strike with an axe; cut down, strike

verb

to hook or entangle