Pronunciation: [snˈɑːlz] (IPA) 
The word "snarls" is spelled as /snɑːlz/ in IPA transcription. The first sound, /s/, is a voiceless alveolar fricative. The second sound, /n/, is a voiced alveolar nasal. The third sound, /ɑː/, is a long vowel and is pronounced with an open mouth. The fourth sound, /l/, is a voiced alveolar lateral approximant, and the final sound, /z/, is a voiced alveolar fricative. "Snarls" is a verb and means to make an aggressive growling sound.
Snarls, as a noun, refers to tangled or twisted masses of something, usually occurring with strands or threads of hair, yarn, wires, or cords. It is characterized by a complicated, jumbled, and knotted structure that is difficult to untangle or sort out. Snarls often give an impression of disorder or confusion, with elements interwoven and tightly interlocked, making it challenging to differentiate or separate them.
As a verb, snarls refer to the action of becoming tangled or twisted together, resulting in a messy and entangled state. It commonly occurs when objects or substances with a linear or fibrous nature, such as hair, rope, or cords, become twisted, matted, or knotted, leading to an untidy or disorganized appearance.
Snarls can also metaphorically describe chaotic or complicated situations where things become entangled or confused, leading to difficulties or complications. In this sense, snarls can be used to refer to tangled relationships, intricate problems, or confused and intricate pathways.
Furthermore, snarls can be used in the context of animal behavior, particularly that of predatory or aggressive animals, where they exhibit bared teeth, growling, or producing a fierce and menacing sound. In this sense, snarls denote an aggressive or defensive reaction, expressing anger or hostility.
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The word "snarls" is derived from the Old English word "snearl", which originally meant "noose" or "entanglement". It is related to the Middle Low German word "snar" meaning "intertwined", and the Middle Dutch word "snarre" meaning "string" or "cord". Over time, the meaning of "snarls" expanded to encompass the idea of tangled or twisted strands, such as in hair or ropes.
