1. mechanical devices that absorb shock or dampen vibrations
Usage: technical; engineering
2. short ropes or chains used to check the motion of something on a ship
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The engineers installed hydraulic snubbers to reduce vibration in the building.
• The bridge’s snubbers help control movement during high winds.
• Sailors secured the boom with snubbers to prevent it from swinging wildly.
• The ship’s snubbers kept the anchor chain from jerking during rough seas.
• Industrial snubbers are essential for protecting sensitive equipment from shock.
• The crew checked all the snubbers before departing port.