Definition of snell Snell
/snɛˈl/ - [snel] - snell
We found 9 definitions of snell from 3 different sources.
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What does snell mean?
Wiktionary 
- snell (Noun)
A short line of horsehair, gut, monofilament, etc. , by which a fishhook or lure is attached to a longer and usually heavier line. - snell (Verb)
To tie a hook to the end of a fishing line with a snell knot . - snell (Adjective)
Active, brisk or nimble; Lively. - snell (Adjective)
Quick, sudden; Sharp. - snell (Adjective)
Quick-witted; Witty. - snell (Adjective)
Harsh; Severe.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- snell (a.)
Active; brisk; nimble; quick; sharp. - snell (n.)
A short line of horsehair, gut, etc., by which a fishhook is attached to a longer line.
Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕
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snell
snel, adj. (Scot.) keen, sharp, severe. [A.S. snel, snell, active; Ger. schnell, swift.]
