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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology
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snore (dial.) snort; make harsh noises in sleep through mouth and nose. XIV. f. imit. base *
snor-; cf. (M)LG., (M)Du. snorken, and
SNORT.
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Snoring, family history, and genetic markers in men: the Copenhagen male study.
Magazine article from: Chest; 5/1/1995; ; 700+ words
; ...examine the genetic influence on the habit of snoring. The aim of the present study was to examine whether an association existed between self-reported snoring and family history of snoring and a number of genetic markers. Material and...
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Snoring surgery: Which one is best for you?(Statistical Data Included)
Magazine article from: Ear, Nose and Throat Journal; 11/1/1999; ; 700+ words
; Introduction Snoring is a significant social problem that is...of age--are chronic snorers. [1] Snoring is the hallmark symptom of a spectrum...obstruction causes primary, or simple, snoring. On the other extreme, complete airway...
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Snoring: a public health hazard? (Editorial)
Magazine article from: Chest; 7/1/1993; ; 700+ words
; Until about two decades ago snoring was assumed to be merely an acoustic nuisance. Snoring is extremely common, occurring in at least...population.[1] When sleep apnea was described, snoring suddenly emerged as an important symptom of...
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Snoring may indicate serious medical illness
News Wire article from: University Wire; 10/27/1999; ; 700+ words
; ...Daily Bruin) (U-WIRE) LOS ANGELES -- Snoring is often thought of as just an annoying...resentment. "Eight to 10 years ago, snoring was regarded as a strictly cosmetic issue...however, people have realized that snoring is also a medical issue, Castro added...
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'Devastating snoring' that can now be treated.(Features)
Newspaper article from: Western Mail (Cardiff, Wales); 4/18/2005; 700+ words
; Snoring might seem a humorous complaint - until...who may also be disturbed by their own snoring. There are around 15 million snorers in...majority of them men, and National Stop Snoring Week this week, is aiming to draw attention...
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Health: Snoring haunts millions.
News Wire article from: PPI - Pakistan Press International; 1/6/2007; 700+ words
; ...January 06 (PPI): Most people dont take snoring seriously. But maybe they should. Those nocturnal...your health and your relationships if your snoring is keeping others awake at night. Snoring affects a surprisingly large number of people...
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The Snoring Spectrum(*).
Magazine article from: Chest; 3/1/1999; ; 700+ words
; Acoustic Assessment of Snoring Sound Intensity in 1,139 Individuals...Polysomnography Study objectives: To quantify the snoring sound intensity levels generated by...Interventions: The acoustic measurement of snoring sound intensity during sleep concurrent...
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Snoring, Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension, and Growth Retardation of the Fetus(*).
Magazine article from: Chest; 1/1/2000; ; 700+ words
; ...was to study the relationship between snoring and pregnancy-induced hypertension and...pregnancies completed a questionnaire about snoring, witnessed sleep apneas, and daytime...pregnancy, 23% of the women reported snoring every night. Only 4% reported snoring...
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Patriotic snoring; a[euro]While you here do snoring lie, Open-eyed conspiracy His time doth take If of life you keep a care, Shake off slumber, and beware. Awake, Awake!a[euro] - William Shakespeare (1564-1616), English playwright a[euro]The Tempesta[euro] (II,i).(If Symptoms Persist)
Newspaper article from: Manila Bulletin; 2/24/2008; 700+ words
; ...protesting privately in this time of high flux? Snoring is a form of noise barrage! You can make yourself heard from the bedroom. Snoring is supposed to be funny. How many comedians have used snoring routines to bring out tired laughter? But to...
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Snoring.
Magazine article from: Chest; 1/1/1996; ; 700+ words
; Snoring has been plaguing the bedpartners and others...to sleep. Popular remedies for stopping snoring ranged from going to bed being "wholly...illustrated in Figure 1, designed to eliminate snoring by forced closure of the mouth. Despite...
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Snoring Surgery
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers
Snoring surgery Definition Snoring is defined as noisy or rough breathing during sleep, caused by...vibration of loose tissue in the upper airway. Surgical treatments for snoring include several different techniques for removing tissue from the...
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Snoring
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Snoring Definition Snoring is a sound generated during sleep by vibration of loose tissue in the upper airway. Description Snoring is one symptom of a group of disorders known as sleep-disordered...
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snoring
Book article from: The Oxford Companion to the Body
snoring ‘Laugh and the world laughs...Wheeler Wilcox (1855–1919). Snoring has been a source of material for music...up comedian. Until relatively recently snoring was not considered a significant problem...
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Sleep Apnea
Encyclopedia entry from: Complete Human Diseases and Conditions
...Obstructive sleep apnea Respiratory system Snoring James loved his grandfather, but he was...did not sleep all week. Sometimes the snoring would stop, but then James had to hop...would be a better roommate this year. His snoring had been caused by sleep apnea, and his...
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snore
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English
...v. [ intr. ] breathe with a snorting or grunting sound while asleep: he was snoring loudly | [as n. ] ( snoring ) you keep me awake all night with your snoring. DERIVATIVES: snor·er n.
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