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SNOT-NOSED

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does snot-nosed mean? 

SNOT-NOSED (adjective)
  The adjective SNOT-NOSED has 2 senses:

1. (used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogantplay

2. dirty with nasal dischargeplay

  Familiarity information: SNOT-NOSED used as an adjective is rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


SNOT-NOSED (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

(used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogant

Synonyms:

bigheaded; persnickety; snooty; snot-nosed; snotty; stuck-up; too big for one's breeches; uppish

Context example:

they're snobs--stuck-up and uppity and persnickety

Similar:

proud (feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride)


Sense 2

Meaning:

Dirty with nasal discharge

Synonyms:

snot-nosed; snotty

Context example:

a house full of snot-nosed kids

Similar:

dirty; soiled; unclean (soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime)


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