snort
//snɔːrt//
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.
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.