Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
snout
noun
/naʊt/
Definition
The projecting nose and mouth of an animal, especially a mammal or a pig.
Examples
- The pig’s snout was covered in mud after rooting around in the yard.
- The dog has a distinctive long snout that helps it smell better.
- Fish use their snouts to uncover food in the sand.
Meaning
The term ‘snout’ refers to the part of an animal’s head that includes the nose and jaws. It is commonly used to describe the facial structure of certain animals.
Synonyms
- muzzle
- nose
- proboscis
- sniffer
