snippet

noun

snip·​pet ˈsni-pət How to pronounce snippet (audio)
Synonyms of snippet
: a small part, piece, or thing
especially : a brief quotable passage

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snippets from the author's newest novel read them a snippet of his latest poem
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The OpenAI version released today does not contain any code snippets, or even the chilling examples of messages the agents left for each other in the months leading up to the attack that its staffers shared at Black Hat. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 The next day, JT showed a snippet of his viral cameo that had everyone and their mother throwing up their phones in glee. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 Scherzer yelled from the dugout while tapping his wrist, as seen in a broadcast snippet shared by Sportsnet. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Palal played snippets of Davis’ 2008 interview as Davis, dressed in a blue suit and tie, watched on. — Danielle Bacher, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for snippet

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snip entry 1

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of snippet was in 1664

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“Snippet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snippet. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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snippet

noun
snip·​pet ˈsnip-ət How to pronounce snippet (audio)
: a small part, piece, or thing
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