rhinotillexis

The act of picking one's nose. (From Greek, rhino (nose) + tillexis (habit of picking)

Teacher: Well, Jonathan hasn't exactly endeared himself to his classmates with his rhinotillexis.
Mother: Oh my, I didn't realize it was so serious.
Teacher: It means nose-picking.
Mother: Oh. Elitist snob.
Teacher: Thank you.

by Bryianzum April 13, 2008