1. an unexpected problem or difficulty
2. a sharp or rough projection that catches or tears something
3. a dead tree or branch, especially one standing in water

1. to catch or tear on something sharp or rough
2. to obtain or catch something quickly
Usage: informal

Examples

• We hit a snag when the computer crashed during the presentation.
• Her sweater caught on a snag in the fence.
• The boat had to navigate around several snags in the river.
• I snagged my jacket on the thorny bush.
• She managed to snag the last ticket to the concert.
• The fishing line got snagged on an underwater branch.
• There’s always some snag that delays our travel plans.