Etymology:
Meaning:
To weep or cry in a weak or pathetic manner, often accompanied by sniffling and a runny nose.
Origin:
The word "snivel" is thought to have originated from the sound of sniffling. It has been suggested that the Proto-Germanic root "*sniβ-" may have been imitative of the sound of nasal mucus being expelled.
Over time, the word "snivel" came to be associated with weak and pitiful crying, as it is often elicited by minor annoyances or setbacks rather than deep emotional distress. It is often used in a derogatory or dismissive way to describe someone who is seen as being overly sensitive or lacking in emotional toughness.
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