Definition of snick
transitive verb
1 archaic : to cut through
2 : to cut slightly
intransitive verb
: to perform a light cutting action
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Origin and Etymology of snick
probably from obsolete snick or snee to engage in cut-and-thrust fighting — more at snickersnee
First Known Use of snick
circa 1775
Origin and Etymology of snick
imitative
First Known Use of snick
circa 1886
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