snorer
/'snɔ:rə/
Definition
- Noun:
- A person who snores while sleeping: A "snorer" is someone who habitually or occasionally produces loud, rough breathing sounds during sleep due to the vibration of soft tissues in the upper airway.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- My grandfather was a loud snorer, and you could hear him from the next room.
- If you are a snorer, you might want to consult a doctor about sleep apnea.
- The hotel offers special rooms for snorers to avoid disturbing other guests.
Advanced Usage
- "A chronic/heavy/professional snorer": Used to emphasize the severity or habitual nature of the snoring.
- He's not just an occasional snorer; he's a chronic snorer who needs medical attention.
Variants and Related Words
- Snore (verb): To breathe noisily during sleep.
- He tends to snore after a long day.
- Snoring (noun): The action or sound of snoring.
- Her snoring kept me awake all night.
- Snore (noun): The sound made by a snorer.
- A loud snore echoed through the quiet house.
Synonyms
- Noisy sleeper: A person who makes sounds while sleeping.
- Rhonchopath (medical term): A person who snores.
Related Phrases
- To be a snorer: To have the characteristic of snoring.
- I didn't know I was a snorer until my partner told me.
Noun
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someone who snores while sleeping
