Meaning of 'snivel'

Find the meaning of the word ‘snivel’

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Meaning of ‘snivel’

5 definitions found.

snivel

noun

the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested)

Synonyms: snuffle

noun

whining in a tearful manner

Synonyms: sniveling

verb

cry or whine with snuffling

Example: "Stop snivelling--you got yourself into this mess!"

Synonyms: snuffle

verb

snuff up mucus through the nose

Synonyms: snuffle

verb

talk in a tearful manner

Synonyms: whine

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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