Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈsnɪk.ə(ɹ)/
Pronunciation notes
- UK
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/ˈsnɪkɚ/
Pronunciation notes
- US
Noun
A stifled or broken laugh.
Verb
To emit a snicker, a stifled or broken laugh.
Usage- Intransitive
- Examples
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I have seen the eternal Footman hold my coat, and snicker, / And in short, I was afraid.
To utter through a laugh of this kind.
Usage- Transitive
To whinny.
Usage- of a horse
Noun
A player who snicks the ball.
Usage- Rare
- Related words
Noun
a disrespectful laugh
Verb
laugh quietly
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