Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
snot
Noun
/snÉ’t/
Definition
A thick, sticky substance produced by the mucous membranes in the nose.
Examples
- He wiped the snot from his nose with a tissue.
- The child had a runny nose, and her snot was everywhere.
- During the winter, many people complain about snot when they catch a cold.
Meaning
Snot is commonly associated with a cold or allergies, where mucus builds up in the nasal passages.
Synonyms
- mucus
- nasal discharge
- phlegm
