The hoarse, harsh sound someone makes while sleeping, caused by vibrating tissues in the throat and nose.
From Old Norse 'snarka' meaning to snore, with Germanic roots. The -ing suffix makes it a gerund or present participle.
About 40% of adults snore, and while we joke about it, snoring can actually signal sleep apnea—a dangerous condition where people briefly stop breathing—so a snoring partner might literally need medical help, not just a poke in the ribs.
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