snicker
[ˈsnɪk.ə(ɹ)]
[ˈsnɪkɚ]
A snicker is a small laugh or smile that you try not to show.
When you hear something embarrassing or ridiculous, it's easy to snicker. You might even catch yourself doing it if someone says something silly in front of you. Some people can't help but snicker at a funny joke or a goofy cartoon character. But remember, a snicker is usually something that happens quickly and quietly - you don't go around laughing loudly with a big smile on your face!
How common is "snicker"?
Word snicker is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
A stifled or broken laugh.
verb
To emit a snicker, a stifled or broken laugh.
Real examples of "snickers" in context
