snout

Meanings

• noun

  The front part of an animal's face, including the nostrils and sometimes the mouth.

  - "The elephant's long snout is used for smelling and grasping food."
  - "The hippopotamus has a powerful snout that can deliver a devastating bite."

---

Pronunciation

1. /snaʊt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=501163"

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with snout
out , about , snout , scout

---

Variants

List of all variants of snout that leads to same result
snout , snouted , snoutier , snoutiest , snoutish , snouts , snouty , snouting , snout beetle , snout beetles , get her nose in the trough , get her snout in the trough , get his nose in the trough , get his snout in the trough , get one's nose in the trough , get one's snout in the trough , get their nose in the trough , get their snout in the trough , have her nose in the trough , have her snout in the trough , have his nose in the trough , have his snout in the trough , have one's nose in the trough , have one's snout in the trough , have their nose in the trough , have their snout in the trough , have/get one's nose/snout in the trough

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English snout, from snivan 'to snuffle'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The longest snout in the animal kingdom belongs to the proboscis monkey, which can measure up to 27 centimeters (10.6 inches) long.

2. The human nose, although not technically a snout, is still a part of the face that plays a similar role in smelling and tasting.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. proboscis: A long, often nose-like, extension of an animal's body, used for various purposes such as smelling, grasping, or sensing.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, the snout is often used as a symbol of determination and persistence, as in the case of Piggy in Lord of the Flies. In art, animal snouts are frequently depicted in detail, highlighting the unique features of each species.

How to Memorize "snout"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an animal with a long, pointed nose, such as an elephant or a hippopotamus. Visualize the texture and shape of the snout, and imagine how it might be used in the animal's daily life.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'snout' with the sense of smell, as many animals use their snouts to detect scents in their environment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a pig with a curved snout, and remember the word 'snout' by associating it with the pig's distinctive feature.

---

Memorize "snout" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize snout is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.