SNAG

(noun) an unforeseen obstacle
synonyms : hang-up , hitch , rub
(noun) an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart
"there was a rip in his pants", "she had snags in her stockings"
synonyms : rent , rip , split , tear
(noun) a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest
"a snag can provide food and a habitat for insects and birds"
(noun) a sharp protuberance
(verb) hew jaggedly
(verb) catch on a snag
"I snagged my stocking"
(verb) get by acting quickly and smartly
"snag a bargain"

Mnemonics for snag

(Tag: english) (mnemonic for snag=problem)sounds like snail.. imagine a snail unable to proceed because of an obstacle
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