ergattern — meaning in English

English meaning

• snag noun An unexpected problem or obstacle.

Senses

ergattern is used for these senses in English:

• eke out (transitive) To obtain with difficulty or effort.
• snag (slang, transitive) To obtain or pick up, especially in a quick or surreptitious way.

snag — full definition

1. noun An unexpected problem or obstacle.
2. noun A small tear or pulled thread in fabric caused by catching on something sharp.
3. verb To catch or tear on something sharp or rough.
4. verb Informally, to manage to get or obtain something, often quickly or opportunistically.

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