snick

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a small cut
  2. noun a glancing contact with the ball off the edge of the cricket bat
  3. verb hit a glancing blow with the edge of the bat

Etymology

Probably from snick or snee.

In classic literature

Synonyms

notch, nick

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