snicker

[US]/ˈsnɪkə(r)/
[UK]/ˈsnɪkər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to laugh in a sly or unobtrusive manner; (of a horse) to make a soft neigh
n.a sly or suppressed laugh; the soft neigh of a horse;(Am., Fin.) Snicker (name)

Phrases & Collocations

suppress a snicker

snicker quietly

Example Sentences

the shuffle and snicker that became the comedian's trademark.

She couldn't help but snicker at his silly jokes.

The kids tried to stifle their snickers during the serious meeting.

He gave a snicker of disbelief when he heard the outrageous news.

She tried to hide her snicker behind her hand.

The comedian's jokes always elicit a snicker from the audience.

I couldn't help but snicker at the irony of the situation.

He let out a snicker of amusement at her witty remark.

The mischievous student couldn't suppress a snicker during class.

She tried to maintain a serious expression but a snicker escaped her lips.

His attempt at a serious speech was ruined by a sudden snicker from the audience.

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