SNOG

What Does SNOG Mean in a Text?

SNOG is the term used to describe a long kiss or a period of amorous kissing and cuddling. SNOG is a British slang expression which is fairly similar to the US English phrases "making out" or "tonsil tennis."

The word SNOG has risen in prominence in the UK due to the emergence of the BBC TV show "Snog, Marry, Avoid?" the world's first makeunder show, which sees POD (Personal Overhaul Device) transform over-the-top girls and boys into natural beauties.

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When I write SNOG, I mean this:

A SNOG is a passionate, amorous kiss.

Summary of Key Points

"Kiss" is the most common definition for SNOG on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

SNOG
Definition:	Kiss
Type:	Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:	1: Easy to guess
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Examples of SNOG in Sentences

Here is an example of SNOG being used in a conversation:

• Charlie: OMG Is that Julie over there stuck to David’s face?
• Jordan: Yes, they went for a SNOG an hour ago!
• Charlie: They need to get a room!

An Academic Look at SNOG

The word SNOG can be both a noun and a verb. For example:

• Give me a big juicy snog.
(Here, SNOG is a noun.)
• Julie and David SNOGGED on the sofa.
(Here, SNOG is used as a verb.)

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we might have said something like "canoodle" instead of SNOG.

Example of SNOG Used in a Text

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