A "snort" is a short, forceful sound made by expelling air through the nose. It often occurs when someone laughs, sneezes, or is surprised. Snorting can also happen when a person is trying to clear their nasal passages or when they inhale something irritating, like dust or smoke. In some contexts, "snorts" can refer to the sounds made by certain animals, such as pigs or horses, when they exhale sharply through their nostrils. Additionally, the term can be used informally to describe the act of inhaling a substance, like drugs, through the nose, which can have serious health implications.