verb
Uncommon
snitch
snihch
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.”
verb
1
To inform on someone, often betraying a friend or group.
"He snitched on his classmates to avoid getting in trouble himself."
2
To steal something quickly and quietly.
"Someone snitched a slice of cake from the fridge."
noun
1
A person who informs on others, especially to authority.
"Nobody trusted him after he turned out to be a snitch."
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).
When to use it
Informal; carries a strong negative, playground-style connotation.
Common pairings
snitch on someone
a rat and a snitch
don't be a snitch
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Word forms
- Plural
- snitches
- Third person singular
- snitches
- Past tense
- snitched
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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.
