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Term: Snape

Noun: 1. A fictional character in the Harry Potter series created by J.K. Rowling. Severus Snape is a complex, enigmatic, and pivotal character who serves as a professor at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He is known for his dark and brooding personality.

Sample Sentence:

Harry felt a mix of fear and intrigue whenever Snape entered the classroom.

Noun: 2. A British surname of English origin.

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Michelle was proud of her Snape heritage and often wondered about her ancestors.

Verb: 1. To insult or belittle someone, usually in a sarcastic or condescending manner.

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She snaped at him for not completing his work on time.

Adjective: 1. Pertaining to or resembling the character Snape from the Harry Potter series.

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He gave her a Snape-like smirk, which made her question his true intentions.

Local Usage: 1. Informal term for a quick nap or short sleep taken during the day.

Sample Sentence:

I'm feeling so tired after lunch. I think I'll take a snape to rejuvenate myself.

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