1. making a sharp cracking sound
2. moving or acting with sudden quickness

1. the action of making a sharp cracking sound
2. the action of breaking something suddenly

Examples

• The snapping fire warmed the entire room.
• She heard the snapping of twigs under her feet.
• The snapping turtle moved quickly toward the water.
• The snapping sound of the rubber band startled him.
• His snapping movements showed his impatience.
• The snapping of the rope caused the tent to collapse.
• The snapping branches indicated strong winds ahead.