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Meaning of snuffle
to breathe in loudly or heavily through the nose, often because you are crying or have a cold
Etymology of snuffle
The word "snuffle" has its roots in the Middle English word "snofflen," which is related to the Old English word "snoflian," meaning "to snort" or "to sniff"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of breathing heavily or noisily through the nose
Synonyms
Definitions
- to breathe in loudly or heavily through the nose, often because you are crying or have a cold
- to search for something by smelling, especially in a slow and careful way
- to make a loud, snorting sound while breathing, typically because of a cold or other nasal congestion
Usage Examples
- The baby started to snuffle and cry when she couldn't find her pacifier
- The dog began to snuffle around the room, searching for its favorite toy
- After a cold, he would often snuffle and cough for days