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UK//snɒt//US//snɑt//

Meaning of Snot

A thick, sticky fluid produced by the mucous membranes of the nose.

In simple words: A thick liquid produced in the nose.

Snot in a sentence

  • He had so much snot that he couldn't breathe through his nose.
  • The cold made her nose run, and she wiped away the snot with a tissue.
  • The dog sniffed around, leaving snot on the car window.
  • After playing in the snow, he ended up with snot dripping from his nose.
  • Children often make silly faces when they have snot on their face.

How to use Snot

Used in informal contexts. Sometimes seen as childish or crude; avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Snot sounds like 'snotty' - think of a kid with a runny nose.

Related words

Collocations with Snot

  • blow your nose
  • runny snot
  • snot-nosed kid

Synonyms for Snot

  • mucus
  • slime
  • phlegm

Common mistakes with Snot

  • Confused with 'snotty' which means rude.
  • Using it in formal contexts where more sophisticated terms are preferred.
  • Neglecting that it can be uncountable or countable based on context.

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Frequently asked questions about Snot

What does Snot mean?

A thick liquid produced in the nose.

What is the definition of Snot?

A thick, sticky fluid produced by the mucous membranes of the nose.

How do you use Snot in a sentence?

He had so much snot that he couldn't breathe through his nose.

Can you give another example of Snot?

The cold made her nose run, and she wiped away the snot with a tissue.

What are synonyms for Snot?

Common alternatives include mucus, slime, phlegm.

What words go with Snot?

It commonly pairs with blow your nose, runny snot, snot-nosed kid.

What are common mistakes when using Snot?

Confused with 'snotty' which means rude. Using it in formal contexts where more sophisticated terms are preferred. Neglecting that it can be uncountable or countable based on context.

How do you pronounce Snot?

US: //snɑt//, UK: //snɒt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Snot?

Used in informal contexts. Sometimes seen as childish or crude; avoid in formal writing.