Sternutate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Sternutate is a verb meaning (humorous, medical slang) To expel air as a reflex induced by an irritation in the nose.
Meaning
(humorous, medical slang) To expel air as a reflex induced by an irritation in the nose.
Example Sentences
Scientists are attempting to unpick the mystery of the “photic sneeze” – a bizarre reflex that causes people to sternutate, or sneeze, in response to bright light – and they need your help.
Word Forms
- sternutates
- sternutating
- sternutated
Synonyms for sternutate
Depending on context, synonyms include sneeze.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include snuff, nasalize, snort, snuffle, snart, snot.
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