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stertor

/ˈstɜːrtər/ noun · British & US
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What does stertor mean?

noun

A harsh, rasping sound, especially one made by a person who is asleep or unconscious; a snore. A loud, harsh, rasping sound, as of a saw or a file.

Example

"The stertor of the snorer was so loud that it kept everyone awake."

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