Snaffle

Pronunciation: /ˈsnæfflɪ/

Snaffle (verb)

  1. To take something quickly, often without permission.

Examples

  • She managed to snaffle the last piece of cake.
  • He tried to snaffle a seat before the train filled up.

Common collocations: snaffle a bargain, snaffle an opportunity, snaffle a ticket, snaffle bit, adjust the snaffle

Snaffle (noun)

  1. A simple bit used in horse riding, with a jointed mouthpiece.

Examples

  • The rider adjusted the snaffle before the race.
  • A snaffle is commonly used for training young horses.

Synonyms of Snaffle

Informal

Neutral

Antonyms of Snaffle

  • when letting go of something
  • when offering something to someone