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Snuffle - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Snuffle means to breathe noisily through the nose, often due to a cold or crying. It can also describe the sound or action of an animal sniffing or exploring with its nose.

snuffle

/ˈsnʌfəl/ /ˈsnʌf(ə)l/

Definition:

To breathe noisily through the nose, often due to a cold or crying.

Synonyms:

sniffle, snivel, whimper

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

exhale silently, breathe quietly

Common Collocations:

snuffle loudly, snuffle from a cold, snuffle in sleep

Derivatives:

snuffler, snuffling

Usage Tips:

Use "snuffle" to describe noisy nasal breathing, often due to illness or emotion.

Common Phrases:

snuffle around, snuffle out, snuffle like a pig

Etymology:

Derived from Dutch "snuffelen," meaning to sniff or pry into something.

Examples:

  • 1. The puppy began to snuffle in the grass for treats.
  • 2. She tried not to snuffle during the quiet lecture.
  • 3. His cold made him snuffle all night long.
  • 4. The piglet would snuffle happily in the mud.

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