# snoring

/ˈsnɔɹɪŋ/ (US) · /snˈɔːɹɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/snoring
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

the loud sound someone makes while sleeping because of their breathing.

For teachers: the act or sound of breathing in a noisy way during sleep, caused by vibration of the soft palate.

## Examples

- His loud snoring kept the whole family awake.
- She tried wearing earplugs to block out her husband's constant snoring throughout the night.
- Chronic snoring can sometimes indicate a more serious underlying health condition, such as sleep apnea, which requires professional medical evaluation rather than simple home remedies.

## Usage notes

- Often functions as a gerund noun derived from the verb 'snore'.

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