snag meaning and definition

SNAG noun

Definition of snag (noun)

1. a sharp protuberance
2. a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest
   • "a snag can provide food and a habitat for insects and birds"
3. an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart
   • "there was a rip in his pants"; "she had snags in her stockings"
   • synonyms: rent, rip, split, tear
4. an unforeseen obstacle
   • synonyms: hang-up, hitch, rub

SNAG verb

Definition of snag (verb)

1. catch on a snag
   • "I snagged my stocking"
2. get by acting quickly and smartly
   • "snag a bargain"
3. hew jaggedly