Meaning of the word snoring in English

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

snoring

US /ˈsnɔː.rɪŋ/
UK /ˈsnɔː.rɪŋ/

Noun

the act or sound of breathing during sleep with a rough, hoarse sound caused by the vibration of the soft palate

Example:
His loud snoring kept me awake all night.
The doctor suggested a solution for her chronic snoring.

Adjective

making a rough, hoarse sound while sleeping

Example:
The old man was a heavy snoring sleeper.
I could hear his snoring breath from the next room.
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