Meaning & Definition of word "Snore"
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Snore
/snɔːr/
noun:
- 1. A harsh or hoarse sound made while snoring.
- Example: The room was filled with the sound of his snore, drowning out the television.
- 2. A session or instance of snoring.
- Example: Last night, his snore was so loud that it woke everyone in the house.
verb:
- 1. To breathe during sleep with a harsh, hoarse sound, often caused by vibrations of the soft palate.
- Example: He tends to snore loudly when he's exhausted from work.
- 2. To sleep in a way that makes a snoring sound.
- Example: She fell asleep on the couch and began to snore softly.
Etymology
Medieval Dutch 'snoren', meaning to snore or to grunt.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sawing logs:
A colloquial expression for loud snoring.
snore fest:
A situation or event where something is extremely dull or boring.
snore one's head off:
To snore very loudly.
Related Words
snoring:
The act or sound of snoring.
snorer:
A person who snores.
sleep apnea:
A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep.
Slang Meanings of snore
Meaning: To be boring or uninteresting.
Example Sentence: That movie was such a snore.
Meaning: To fall asleep quickly.
Example Sentence: I snored out on the couch after dinner.