Snort
(verb)
- To make a sudden, sharp, explosive sound through the nose, especially to express contempt, anger, or disbelief.
- To inhale a drug, especially cocaine, through the nose.
Origin:
From middle english snorten, of scandinavian origin.
Examples:
- He snorted in anger, his face turning red as he slammed the door behind him.
- She snorted derisively, her eyes rolling as she listened to his ridiculous excuses.
- The horse snorted, his nostrils flaring as he caught the scent of a nearby predator.
- He snorted the lines of cocaine, feeling the rush of energy and excitement as it hit his bloodstream.
- The crowd snorted with laughter, amused by the comedian's silly antics on stage.