snell
From WikiWord, the free dictionary
/snɛl/
English
Definitions
adjective
- Quick, smart; sharp, active, brisk or nimble; lively.
- Quick-witted; witty.
- Harsh; severe.
noun
- A short line of horsehair, gut, monofilament, etc., by which a fishhook or lure is attached to a longer (and usually heavier) line.
verb
- To tie a hook to the end of a fishing line with a snell knot.“Can you show me how to snell a hook?”
Related words
Synonyms
hornbycleverquicksomenimblesnappysharp-wittedalertnimble-wittedsmartcrispsharpwittedactivedapperlight-leggedkeen-wittedrazor-sharp