snot

[snɑt]

snot Definition

thick mucus that forms in the nose and is usually discharged by being blown into a tissue or a hand.

Using snot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "snot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He wiped his snot on his sleeve.

  • Example

    She had a cold and was constantly blowing her nose to clear the snot.

  • Example

    The child's face was covered in snot.

snot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for snot

Phrases with snot

  • a type of snot that is green in color, indicating an infection or illness

    Example

    He knew he was getting sick when he started blowing green snot out of his nose.

  • snot-nosed

    used to describe someone who is arrogant, rude, or immature

    Example

    He was a snot-nosed kid who thought he knew everything.

  • a method of clearing one's nasal passages by blocking one nostril and forcefully blowing air out of the other nostril

    Example

    He discreetly blew a snot rocket while on his morning run.

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Summary: snot in Brief

The term 'snot' [snɑt] refers to thick mucus that forms in the nose and is usually discharged by being blown into a tissue or a hand. It is often associated with illness or allergies and can be described as 'green snot' when infected. The term 'snot-nosed' is used to describe someone who is arrogant, rude, or immature. 'Snot rocket' is a method of clearing one's nasal passages by forcefully blowing air out of the nose.

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