snapper

• Substantiv mit mehreren Bedeutungen, darunter eine Fischart, eine Position im American Football, ein Partyknaller und eine Schildkrötenart.

A noun with multiple meanings, including a type of fish, a football position, a party favor, and a turtle, among others.

1. Football playerB2formalamericansport

   The player positioned at the center of the offensive line who initiates the play by passing the ball between their legs to the quarterback.

   Center

   • The snapper made a perfect pass to the quarterback.
   • He has been the team's primary snapper for three seasons.
   • A good snapper is crucial for a successful field goal attempt.

   Synonymecenter

2. Edible fishB1formalculinary

   The flesh of various warm-water fish species that are important for food.

   Essbarer Fisch

   • We ordered grilled snapper with lemon butter sauce.
   • Snapper is a popular choice in seafood restaurants.
   • The market had fresh snapper from the Gulf.

3. Party favorB1informal

   A paper tube that makes a popping sound when pulled apart, often containing a small toy or candy.

   Knallbonbon

   • The children pulled the snapper and candy flew everywhere.
   • Each guest received a colorful snapper at the birthday party.
   • The snapper made a loud pop when we opened it.

   Synonymebonboncracker

4. Australian fishB2formalaustralianculinary

   An Australian food fish with a pinkish body and blue spots.

   Australischer Schnapper

   • The local catch included a beautiful snapper for dinner.
   • Australian snapper is prized for its delicate flavor.
   • Fishermen often target snapper in the coastal waters.

   Synonymecockneysquire

5. Marine fish familyB2formalscientific

   Any of several large, sharp-toothed marine fish from the family Lutjanidae, found mainly in tropical coastal waters.

   Schnapper

   • The reef was home to many species of snapper.
   • Snapper are known for their powerful jaws and sharp teeth.
   • Anglers prize snapper for their fighting ability.

6. B2formalscientific

   A large-headed turtle with powerful hooked jaws, found in or near water, known for its aggressive bite.

   Schnappschildkröte

   • The snapper snapped at the stick with incredible force.
   • We spotted a large snapper basking on the riverbank.
   • Snappers are known to be dangerous if provoked.

   Synonymesnapping turtle