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snit

noun

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /snɪt/

noun

Etymology: From German Schnitte (“slice”).

  1. A slice of dried fruit.

    “Scenes of plenty, bliss Arcad'n' Sparkling eyes and rosy features; Joyous, blessed, happy creatures! Apple snits and pumpkin slices; Eggs and butter bring good prices! Gran'ries full and runnin' Over; Bulging haymows sweet with clover; ...”

    “For instance, a recipe for pear butter calls for 6 “buckets” of pear snits, 5 “buckets” of water and 40 lbs. of sugar.”