snitch
Snitch (verb) means to inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group. Example: “He snitched on his classmates to avoid getting in trouble himself.”
How to use snitch
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who tells on others, or the act of telling on someone (usually seen as a betrayal).
Informal; carries a strong negative, playground-style connotation.
Word forms
snitched past tense, snitches plural, snitches singular
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Etymology
Origin uncertain — possibly linked to a Middle English word for a trap or sudden seizure, or a dialect variant of "sneak."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for snitch
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What does “snitch” mean?
The word “snitch” means to inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group. In plain terms, someone who tells on others, or the act of telling on someone (usually seen as a betrayal).
How do you pronounce “snitch”?
“Snitch” is pronounced snihch (/snɪt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “snitch” in a sentence?
Here is “snitch” used in a sentence: “He snitched on his classmates to avoid getting in trouble himself.”
What is another word for “snitch”?
Words with a similar meaning to “snitch” include nick, pilfer, pocket, grass up, rat out and pincher.
What part of speech is “snitch”?
Depending on how it is used, “snitch” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “snitch” come from?
The word “snitch” comes from Middle English. Origin uncertain — possibly linked to a Middle English word for a trap or sudden seizure, or a dialect variant of "sneak.".
Is “snitch” a common word?
“Snitch” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “snitch” have?
“Snitch” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group.