Meaning of the word snigger in English

What does snigger mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

snigger

US /ˈsnɪɡ.ɚ/
UK /ˈsnɪɡ.ɚ/

Verb

1.

to laugh at someone or something in a silly and often unkind way:

Example:
They spent half the time sniggering at the clothes people were wearing.

Noun

1.

the act of laughing at someone or something in a silly and often unkind way:

Example:
There was a snigger from somewhere behind her.
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