Definition of STRIDOR

stridor

Plural: stridors

Noun

  • A harsh, high-pitched respiratory sound.
  • a whistling sound when breathing (usually heard on inspiration); indicates obstruction of the trachea or larynx
  • A harsh, shrill, unpleasant noise.
  • A high-pitched sound heard on inspiration resulting from turbulent air flow in the upper airway usually indicative of serious airway obstruction.

Examples

  • A stridor of frustration escaped him after realizing he missed a crucial bingo.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin strīdor (“shrill or harsh sound”), from strīdō (“make a shrill or harsh sound”).

Scrabble Score: 8

stridor: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
stridor: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
stridor: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 8

stridor: valid Words With Friends Word