~ 1
■ noun
1》 an unexpected or hidden obstacle or drawback.
2》 a sharp or jagged projection.
3》 a small rent or tear.
4》 N. Amer. a dead tree.
■ verb ( ~s , ~ging , ~ged )
1》 catch or tear on a ~.
2》 N. Amer. informal catch; obtain.
Derivatives
~gy adjective
Origin
C16: prob. of Scand. origin.
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~ 2
■ noun Austral./NZ informal a sausage.
Origin
1940s: of unknown origin.