snoring
nounverbcommon in dialogue
- //ˈsnɔːɹɪŋ//
The action or sound of breathing during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by vibration of the soft palate.
noun
- 1
The action or sound of breathing during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by vibration of the soft palate.
His snoring was so loud that it woke the neighbors.
Then he asked if anyone wanted to dispute this assertion (he brandishing his revolver the while) and was answered by peaceful snorings.
verb
- 1
Also a form of snorepresent participle and gerund of snore
Forms
- plural
- snorings
snoop · To be devious and cunning so as not to be seen.snooping · A secret spying or investigation.snore · To breathe during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by…
snoring · The action or sound of breathing during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by vibration of the soft palate.
snort · The sound made by exhaling or inhaling roughly through the…snorting · A snort sound or action.snot · Mucus, especially mucus from the nose.