I. ˈsnich verb
( -ed/-ing/-es )
Etymology: origin unknown
intransitive verb
: to give incriminating evidence against someone, especially an associate : inform , tattle
a Congressional witness doesn't have to snitch on far-past Red acquaintances if … his information serves no legislative purpose — New Republic
transitive verb
[probably influenced in meaning by snatch (I) ]
: to take by stealth
snitch a ride on the back of a streetcar
specifically : to steal (as something of small value) in a stealthy manner
started out snitching hubcaps and ended up stealing cars
Synonyms: see steal
II. noun
( -es )
1. slang : nose
2. : snitcher , informer , stool pigeon