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