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stertorous


Characterised by a deep snoring, which accompaines inspiration in some diseases, especially apoplexy; hence, hoarsely breathing; snoring. "Burning, stertorous breath that hurt her cheek." (Mrs. Browning) "The day has ebbed away, and it is night in his room, before his stertorous breathing lulls." (Dickens)

Origin: L. Stertere to snore: cf. F. Stertoreux.

Source: Websters Dictionary