snap-on

adjective

: designed to snap into position and fit tightly
snap-on cuffs

Examples of snap-on in a Sentence

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Pfeiffer went to town with hair extensions, loud makeup, and snap-on veneers. Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 4 June 2026 Buckets are available for iced coffee, lattes, and refreshers and come with a snap-on lid and large straw. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2026 The Air King fan comes equipped with a handle for easy movement, along with snap-on feet for extra stability. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026 That same stony resistance stymied Henry’s next attempt at commercial success, a parasol with a snap-on cover that could be changed to match a woman’s outfit. Shoshi Parks, Popular Science, 19 Mar. 2026 The fixes are all workarounds—either re-spooling filament onto plastic or printing snap-on adapters that make cardboard rims AMS-friendly. PC Magazine, 22 Nov. 2025 Plus, the mixer comes with a snap-on storage case that holds the two traditional beaters and whisk, so nothing gets lost and cleanup is quick and easy. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of snap-on was in 1925

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“Snap-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snap-on. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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