snort
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Noun — A short, harsh sound made by forcing air through the nose.
How to use snort
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English snorten, from earlier fnorten, from Old English *fnorettan, related to Middle English snoren, fnoren, from Old English fnora. See snore and sneeze for more on the change from fn- to sn-.
Full origin of snort →Frequently asked questions
What does “snort” mean?
The word “snort” means a short, harsh sound made by forcing air through the nose. In plain terms, a rough nose-sound (of laughter, contempt, or a horse), or inhaling something through the nose.
How do you pronounce “snort”?
“Snort” is pronounced snawrt (/snɔɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “snort” in a sentence?
Here is “snort” used in a sentence: “He gave a snort of disbelief when he heard the excuse.”
What part of speech is “snort”?
Depending on how it is used, “snort” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “snort” have?
“Snort” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short, harsh sound made by forcing air through the nose.