385 lines
18 KiB
JSON
385 lines
18 KiB
JSON
{
|
|
"snub":{
|
|
"antonyms":[
|
|
"brush-off",
|
|
"cold shoulder",
|
|
"rebuff",
|
|
"repulse",
|
|
"silent treatment"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": blunt , stubby":[
|
|
"a snub nose"
|
|
],
|
|
": to check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke":[],
|
|
": to extinguish by stubbing":[
|
|
"snub out a cigarette"
|
|
],
|
|
": to restrain the action of : suppress":[
|
|
"snub a vibration"
|
|
],
|
|
": to treat with contempt or neglect":[
|
|
"snub an old acquaintance"
|
|
],
|
|
": used in snubbing":[
|
|
"snub line"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"Verb",
|
|
"She snubbed me in the hallway.",
|
|
"He snubbed their job offer.",
|
|
"They deliberately snubbed the meeting.",
|
|
"Noun",
|
|
"he tolerated the snubs from his in-laws because the holidays come but once a year, thankfully",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
|
|
"Duran Duran has been a mainstay on Rock Hall snub lists for years. \u2014 Troy L. Smith, cleveland , 25 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"Hungary\u2019s weaker line toward Russia also led the rest of the Visegr\u00e1d Group to snub a planning meeting of defense ministers in Budapest this week. \u2014 Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor , 1 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"Meanwhile, the European Union will snub a request by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov for its member countries to respond individually to Moscow\u2019s demands on a regional security framework. \u2014 Bloomberg.com , 9 Feb. 2022",
|
|
"Why history will remember it better than the Academy did: The Oscars may have snubbed The Green Knight, but does that mean that in a year's time The Green Knight can return to snub the Oscars",
|
|
"The Wall Street Journal notes that Saudi Arabia appeared to snub Biden's campaign to increase global output. \u2014 Zachary B. Wolf, CNN , 16 Feb. 2022",
|
|
"See how Little Monsters reacted to Gaga\u2019s Oscars snub below. \u2014 Starr Bowenbank, Billboard , 8 Feb. 2022",
|
|
"Scavino is just one of the many Trump allies to slow walk, stonewall or snub the January 6 committee -- all while doubling down on their allegiance to Trump. \u2014 Sara Murray, CNN , 28 Dec. 2021",
|
|
"Diplomatic boycotts of the Olympics aim to snub host nations while keeping athletes free to compete. \u2014 Graham Dunbar, The Christian Science Monitor , 9 Dec. 2021",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
|
|
"Per the source close to the cast, Quinn is currently keeping a low profile in the wake of the snub . \u2014 Antonia Debianchi, PEOPLE.com , 1 June 2022",
|
|
"That diplomatic snub set off a counterwave that led to AMLO and other leaders deciding to boycott the event themselves. \u2014 Soudi Jim\u00e9nez, Los Angeles Times , 10 June 2022",
|
|
"There was widespread astonishment in royal circles Monday after it was confirmed that Meghan and Harry left Britain by private jet before the platinum jubilee celebrations were finished, delivering a snub to the queen and organizers of the event. \u2014 Nina Sharma, The New Yorker , 8 June 2022",
|
|
"In snub to Biden, Mexico's president won't attend Summit of the Americas. \u2014 Laura L. Davis, USA TODAY , 6 June 2022",
|
|
"Still, the pairing with the Lakers, more than any type of snub of being ranked lower than six others, was what resonated with the fan base. \u2014 Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel , 23 May 2022",
|
|
"Zegler, who won a Golden Globe for her role as Maria in the film in January, did not receive a nomination at this year's Oscars, a snub that drew the ire of her fans. \u2014 Jessica Wang, EW.com , 20 Mar. 2022",
|
|
"In a snub that surprised many, House of Gucci\u2018s Lady Gaga was passed over for a best actress nom, even as she was nominated by several other groups, including the BAFTAs, SAG Awards and Critics Choice Awards. \u2014 Pamela Mcclintock, The Hollywood Reporter , 18 Mar. 2022",
|
|
"From time to time, the Oscar nominations list features a notable snub . \u2014 Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country , 24 Feb. 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Verb",
|
|
"14th century, in the meaning defined above":"Noun",
|
|
"1724, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Adjective"
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Middle English snibben, snubben , probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse snubba to scold, Swedish dialect snubba to reproach, cut off":"Verb"
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259b"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"cold-shoulder",
|
|
"cut",
|
|
"high-hat",
|
|
"slight",
|
|
"stiff",
|
|
"stiff-arm"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-015553",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"verb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"snuff":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a preparation of pulverized tobacco to be inhaled through the nostrils, chewed, or placed against the gums":[],
|
|
": die":[],
|
|
": huff":[],
|
|
": of sufficient quality : meeting an applicable standard":[],
|
|
": scent , smell":[],
|
|
": the act of snuffing : sniff":[],
|
|
": the amount of snuff taken at one time":[],
|
|
": the charred part of a candlewick":[],
|
|
": to crop the snuff of (a candle) by pinching or by the use of snuffers so as to brighten the light":[],
|
|
": to draw forcibly through or into the nostrils":[],
|
|
": to extinguish by or as if by the use of a candlesnuffer":[
|
|
"\u2014 often used with out"
|
|
],
|
|
": to sniff at in order to examine":[
|
|
"\u2014 used of an animal"
|
|
],
|
|
": to sniff loudly in or as if in disgust":[],
|
|
": to take snuff":[],
|
|
": umbrage , offense":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun",
|
|
"1527, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1":"Verb",
|
|
"1568, in the meaning defined above":"Noun",
|
|
"15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Verb",
|
|
"1650, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun",
|
|
"1971, in the meaning defined above":"Adjective"
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Dutch snuf , short for snuftabak , from snuffen to snuff + tabak tobacco":"Noun",
|
|
"Middle English snoffe":"Noun",
|
|
"akin to Dutch snuffen to sniff, snuff \u2014 more at snivel":"Verb"
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259f"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-052047",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"verb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"snuff (out)":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":[
|
|
"to cause to cease burning snuff out the candle",
|
|
"to destroy all traces of the forest fire snuffed out all of the animal life in the immediate area",
|
|
"to put a stop to (something) by the use of force brutally snuffed out the movement for democratic rule"
|
|
],
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":[],
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220629-145825",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"verb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"snug":{
|
|
"antonyms":[
|
|
"antiseptic",
|
|
"bandbox",
|
|
"crisp",
|
|
"groomed",
|
|
"kempt",
|
|
"neat",
|
|
"orderly",
|
|
"picked up",
|
|
"prim",
|
|
"shipshape",
|
|
"smug",
|
|
"tidied",
|
|
"tidy",
|
|
"trig",
|
|
"trim",
|
|
"uncluttered",
|
|
"well-groomed"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a small private room or compartment in a pub":[],
|
|
": affording a degree of comfort and ease":[
|
|
"a snug income"
|
|
],
|
|
": enjoying or affording warm secure shelter or cover and opportunity for ease and contentment":[
|
|
"a snug cottage",
|
|
"a snug haven"
|
|
],
|
|
": fitting closely and comfortably":[
|
|
"a snug coat"
|
|
],
|
|
": hide sense 1":[],
|
|
": manifesting seaworthiness : taut":[],
|
|
": marked by cordiality and secure privacy":[],
|
|
": offering safe concealment":[
|
|
"a snug hideout"
|
|
],
|
|
": snuggle , nestle":[
|
|
"snug down for bed"
|
|
],
|
|
": to cause to fit closely":[],
|
|
": to make snug":[],
|
|
": to secure by fastening or lashing down":[],
|
|
": trim , neat":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"Verb",
|
|
"the farmhand snugged down in the hay and proceeded to go to sleep",
|
|
"Adjective",
|
|
"The shoes were too snug .",
|
|
"These jeans are snug around the hips.",
|
|
"We were snug in the cabin.",
|
|
"She felt snug under the warm blanket.",
|
|
"The children were snug in their beds.",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
|
|
"Pocketing a major, the first in nearly seven years, would push McIlroy\u2019s total to five and snug him up with legends Byron Nelson, Seve Ballesteros and three others. \u2014 Bryce Miller Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune , 19 June 2021",
|
|
"This ensures that the chip breaker will snug up tightly against the iron, so no wood shavings can be trapped and torn off. \u2014 Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics , 28 Sep. 2020",
|
|
"The wide straps distribute the weight of the firearm across the back and chest, and the easy-to-adjust straps snug the gun firmly against the body, eliminating excess movement. \u2014 The Editors, Outdoor Life , 20 Feb. 2020",
|
|
"Cobra \u2013 Lying on your stomach, place your hands next to your mid-rib cage with your elbows bent and snug to your sides. \u2014 Kristen Rogers, CNN , 3 Mar. 2020",
|
|
"Adjusted correctly, the three-point harness snugs the holster tight against the body, preventing it from moving around. \u2014 The Editors, Outdoor Life , 20 Feb. 2020",
|
|
"More than 240 international acts sit snug across three full nights of musical mayhem, and with so much on the table, there's something for pretty much everyone. \u2014 Kat Bein, Billboard , 27 Mar. 2019",
|
|
"Keep those seatbelts snug , enjoy the remainder of the flight, and thank you for flying Air Niners! \u2014 Scott Ostler, SFChronicle.com , 21 Dec. 2019",
|
|
"During use, the weight on the swing keeps the rope snug around the limb, preventing movement, friction, and damage to the bark. \u2014 Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics , 8 Aug. 2019",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
|
|
"Tastes swung toward the snug suits of the 2000s, but instead of scrapping its heritage and trying to play catch-up, Armani kept refining its perfect formula through the start of the 21st century. \u2014 Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times , 2 June 2022",
|
|
"But single-pane glass hemorrhages heat, so snug weather-stripping and a storm window \u2014 whose second glass pane creates an insulating air pocket \u2014 are a must. \u2014 Jon Gorey, BostonGlobe.com , 12 June 2022",
|
|
"Scott Sternberg\u2019s Band of Outsiders was making suiting that was snug , short and made one look like a prep school kid. \u2014 Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times , 2 June 2022",
|
|
"Our feet oscillated between damp and soaked (rarely dry); still, the Flite XT Trail held its shape and remained comfortably snug \u2014no drooping, no bunching, no blisters, and no pinching from too-tight cuffs. \u2014 Ariella Gintzler, Outside Online , 27 May 2022",
|
|
"Super- snug elastic wristbands help keep moisture out and warmth in. \u2014 Outside Online , 7 Nov. 2020",
|
|
"Southern California had more cattle than voters back then and was, lamentably, a snug cradle for Confederate feeling. \u2014 Tribune News Service, oregonlive , 23 Sep. 2021",
|
|
"The bands are stretchy and long enough to fit over his lanky limbs, but not so snug as to cause irritation against his skin. \u2014 Ariel Scotti, PEOPLE.com , 15 Jan. 2022",
|
|
"Southern California had more cattle than voters back then and was, lamentably, a snug cradle for Confederate feeling. \u2014 Tribune News Service, oregonlive , 23 Sep. 2021",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
|
|
"Polarized synthetic lenses yield a crisp view, while the light, springy thermoplastic frame fits snug but not too tight. \u2014 Mike Steere, Outside Online , 27 May 2022",
|
|
"In addition, their wire support is designed to fit snug against your nose bridge to prevent fogging and slipping. \u2014 Laura Fisher, Health.com , 25 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"Hallmarked by the flexible moccasin-style silhouette and rubber pebbles along the soles, these are meant to fit snug but won\u2019t pinch or create pressure like more structured leather might. \u2014 Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue , 19 Jan. 2022",
|
|
"Universal elastics at the corners ensure a snug fit on any mattress up to 16 inches deep. \u2014 Mike Richard, Men's Health , 22 June 2022",
|
|
"But its simple combination of top-notch pizza and natural wine in a snug , comfortable space with a lively patio is a winner. \u2014 Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle , 31 May 2022",
|
|
"That includes having the crotch buckle buckled, the chest clip closed and the harness straps snug , Thomas said. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 27 May 2022",
|
|
"The fit is more slipper-like than that of any other shoe here, thanks to the snug Flymesh upper. \u2014 Justin Nyberg, Outside Online , 14 May 2015",
|
|
"The snug , breathable mesh upper is fully lined to block out excessive dirt and pebbles. \u2014 Cory Smith, Outside Online , 27 May 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1583, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense":"Verb",
|
|
"1860, in the meaning defined above":"Noun",
|
|
"circa 1595, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Adjective"
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish snygg tidy":"Adjective and Verb",
|
|
"short for snuggery":"Noun"
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259g"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for snug Adjective comfortable , cozy , snug , easy , restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security. comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease. started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness. a cozy neighborhood coffee shop snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more. a snug little cottage easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint. living in easy circumstances restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation. a quiet restful vacation",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"curl up",
|
|
"nestle",
|
|
"snuggle"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-204423",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"adverb",
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"verb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"snuggle":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": to curl up comfortably or cozily":[],
|
|
": to draw close especially for comfort or in affection":[],
|
|
": to make snug":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"The puppy snuggled up against the sleeping boy.",
|
|
"The boy snuggled close to his mother.",
|
|
"The dog snuggled its nose between the pillows.",
|
|
"The baby snuggled his head against my chest.",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"The outdoor swimming pool provides an oasis during warmer months while the plush cozy interior is an ideal shelter to snuggle up when the temperature goes down. \u2014 Juyoung Seo, Forbes , 26 May 2022",
|
|
"Don't kiss or snuggle it, and don't eat or drink around your bearded dragon. \u2014 Andy Meek, BGR , 12 Jan. 2022",
|
|
"In the first shot, Kim and her children snuggle on the couch together while wearing matching pajamas printed with yellow chicks and Easter eggs. \u2014 Georgia Slater, PEOPLE.com , 25 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"Thanks to its roomy 60 x 70 inch frame, this plush heated blanket makes a nice couch accessory, especially for those who love to snuggle up. \u2014 Emily Belfiore, Better Homes & Gardens , 21 Dec. 2021",
|
|
"Boys snuggle , hold hands, confess their homosexual inclinations without shame. \u2014 New York Times , 5 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"At night, guests can snuggle up under blankets to watch the Northern Lights swirl above. \u2014 Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure , 16 Feb. 2022",
|
|
"Harry and Meghan, duke and duchess of Sussex, snuggle in an official engagement photo by Alexi Lubomirski. \u2014 Cate Mcquaid, BostonGlobe.com , 8 Feb. 2022",
|
|
"Then snuggle into bed, where the mattress can track your sleep. \u2014 Sunset Magazine , 31 Jan. 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1687, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"frequentative of snug entry 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259-g\u0259l"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"curl up",
|
|
"nestle",
|
|
"snug"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-165007",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"verb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"snub-nosed":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": having a stubby and usually slightly turned-up nose":[],
|
|
": having a very short barrel":[
|
|
"a snub-nosed revolver"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259b-\u02c8n\u014dzd",
|
|
"\u02c8sn\u0259b-\u02ccn\u014dzd"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1725, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-064132"
|
|
},
|
|
"snub nose":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-084218"
|
|
},
|
|
"snub-nosed auklet":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": crested auklet":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-164202"
|
|
},
|
|
"snub-nosed cachalot":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": pygmy sperm whale":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-235909"
|
|
},
|
|
"snub-nosed langur":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": any of several rather large langurs (genus Rhinopithecus ) of western China and Tibet that are distinguished by a large fleshy upturned nose":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-052026"
|
|
}
|
|
} |