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Webster 1913 Edition
Snoring
Snor′ing
,Noun.
(Physiol.)
The act of respiring through the open mouth so that the currents of inspired and expired air cause a vibration of the uvula and soft palate, thus giving rise to a sound more or less harsh. It is usually unvoluntary, but may be produced voluntarily.
Webster 1828 Edition
Snoring
SNO'RING
,ppr.