snort

[snɔɹt]

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A snort is a sudden, loud breathing sound often made by animals like horses or pigs when they're surprised or excited.

When we say "snort", it's usually to describe a funny or unexpected sound. For example, if you see a horse suddenly jump up and let out a loud "huff-huff" noise, someone might say, "That horse just snorted!" We also use the word to talk about people who make silly noises while they're laughing or surprised - like if someone eats something really spicy and it makes them sneeze loudly. In informal situations, we might even use "snort" as a verb, saying "I'm going to snort my coffee out my nose when I see this video!"

How common is "snort"?

Word snort is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.

Definitions

noun

The sound made by exhaling or inhaling roughly through the nose.
A dose of a drug to be snorted. Here, "drug" includes snuff (i.e., pulverized tobacco).
A consumed portion of alcoholic drink.
A submarine snorkel.

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verb

To make a snort; to exhale roughly through the nose.
Example: She snorted with laughter.
To express or force out by snorting.
Example: He snorted a derisory reply and turned on his heel.
To inhale (usually a drug) through the nose.
Example: to snort cocaine
To snore.
(of submarines) To sail at periscope depth through the use of a snort or snorkel.

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Real examples of "snorted" in context

Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

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Aubrey famously snorted milk, you know?

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