Meaning of the word snapper in English

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snapper

US /ˈsnæp.ɚ/
UK /ˈsnæp.ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a marine food fish with a large head and strong teeth, typically red or pink in color.

Example:
We caught a large red snapper on our fishing trip.
Grilled snapper is a popular dish in coastal regions.
2.

a person or thing that snaps.

Example:
The camera is a quick snapper, perfect for action shots.
He's a real snapper when it comes to quick decisions.
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