snort

//snɔːrt//
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Verb

snortInfinitive
snortPresent tense
snortedPast tense
snortedPast participle
snortingPresent participle
snortsThird-person singular
1

To make a rough, noisy sound by forcing air through the nose, often expressing contempt, amusement, or disbelief.

She snorted with disbelief when she heard the excuse.

2

To inhale a substance, especially a drug, through the nose.

He was caught snorting cocaine at the party.

3

(Of an animal, especially a horse) to make a loud breathing sound through the nostrils.

The horse snorted and stamped its hooves.

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Noun

snortSingular
snortsPlural
1

A rough, noisy sound made by forcing air through the nose.

The horse gave a loud snort and shook its head.

2

A small drink of alcohol, especially liquor.

He poured himself a snort of whiskey after a long day.

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