snortle
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Meaning · English
To give a hearty laugh that is punctuated by a snort on the inhale.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Hannah looked quite elegant in her gown until she snortled and champagne came out of her nose.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “snortle” mean?
To give a hearty laugh that is punctuated by a snort on the inhale.
Is “snortle” formal or informal?
snortle is generally slang.