Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stertor
Noun
/ˈstər.tər/
Definition
A heavy snoring or snorting sound typically associated with sleep.
Examples
- His stertor was so loud that it kept everyone else awake.
- The doctor noted the patient’s stertor as a sign of possible respiratory issues.
Meaning
Stertor refers to a specific type of noisy breathing that often occurs when a person is asleep, indicating potential airway obstruction.
Synonyms
- Snoring
- Snorting
- Wheezing
