Synonyms for

Snorting

Verb / ˈsnɔ:rtɪŋ / Another word for snorting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of forcefully exhaling air through the nose, making a loud sound.

Synonyms & similar words

snort takeahit puffing huffing huff sniffing inhaling smelling panting gasping wheezing coughing giggling laughing chuckling guffawing roaring hooting cackling snickering chortling tittering twittering grinning

Example sentences

  1. The horse made a loud snorting noise.
  2. He was snorting with laughter at the funny joke.
  3. The angry bull was snorting and pawing the ground.
  4. She could hear her husband snorting in his sleep.
  5. The dragon was snorting smoke and fire from its nostrils.

Quotes

  • "The snorting of the horse, which had been sleeping so long, was the first sound to break the silence." - Anna Sewell
  • "I love the sound of a banjo, especially the old-time ones. The bluesier the better, and the old-timey snorting and crying sound of the fingerpicks on the strings." - Iggy Pop
  • "The snorting of the buffalo, the clinking of the cups, the stamping of horses in the stable yard, and occasionally the distant lowing of cattle formed a not unpleasing accompaniment to the voices." - Francis Parkman

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