Definition of 'snort'

Noun

1. a disrespectful laugh
      Synonyms: snicker snigger
2. a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
      Synonyms: boo hoot Bronx cheer hiss raspberry razzing razz bird

Verb

1. indicate contempt by breathing noisily and forcefully through the nose; "she snorted her disapproval of the proposed bridegroom"
2. make a snorting sound by exhaling hard; "The critic snorted contemptuously"
3. inhale recreational drugs; "The addict was snorting cocaine almost every day"; "the kids were huffing glue"
      Synonyms: huff
4. inhale through the nose
      Synonyms: take a hit

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