snarl

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈsnɑː(ɹ)l/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A knot or complication of hair, thread, or the like, difficult to disentangle.

Synonyms
entanglement
2 Definition

An intricate complication; a problematic difficulty; a knotty or tangled situation.

3 Definition

A slow-moving traffic jam.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To entangle; to complicate; to involve in knots.

Example Sentences
  • to snarl a skein of thread
2 Definition

To become entangled.

3 Definition

To place in an embarrassing situation; to ensnare; to make overly complicated.

4 Definition

To be congested in traffic, or to make traffic congested.

5 Definition

To form raised work upon the outer surface of (thin metal ware) by the repercussion of a snarling iron upon the inner surface.