Nonsmoking: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonsmoking
[nɒnˈsmoʊ.kɪŋ ]
Definition
general use
Nonsmoking refers to a state of not engaging in smoking tobacco or other substances. It is commonly used to describe places, policies, or individuals who do not smoke.
Synonyms
clean air, non-tobacco, smokefree.
Examples of usage
- The restaurant has a nonsmoking section.
- He is a nonsmoking person who avoids cigarettes.
- Nonsmoking policies are in place at most public facilities.
Interesting Facts
Health
- Staying in nonsmoking environments reduces exposure to secondhand smoke, which can harm lungs and health.
- Research shows that nonsmoking laws contribute to lower rates of smoking by making it less acceptable.
Legislation
- Many countries have implemented strict nonsmoking laws in public spaces to promote healthier environments.
- Restaurants and workplaces have increasingly adopted nonsmoking policies as part of a larger movement towards public health.
Cultural Shift
- Over the past few decades, there has been a significant cultural shift towards promoting nonsmoking as a lifestyle choice.
- Advertising has shifted to celebrate healthy lifestyles, often portraying nonsmoking as a trendy and responsible choice.
Statistics
- According to the CDC, the percentage of adults who smoke cigarettes has decreased from 42% in 1965 to around 14% in recent years.
- Many cities report a reduction in smoking-related illnesses and healthcare costs after implementing nonsmoking regulations.
Literature
- Books and articles promoting wellness often emphasize the benefits of nonsmoking, linking it to longer life and healthier living.
- Nonsmoking characters in literature are sometimes depicted as role models or advocates for healthier choices.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonsmoking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não fumante
🇮🇳 धूम्रपान रहित
🇩🇪 nichtraucher
🇮🇩 tidak merokok
🇺🇦 некурящий
🇵🇱 niepalący
🇯🇵 禁煙の (きんえんの)
🇫🇷 non-fumeur
🇪🇸 no fumador
🇹🇷 sigara içmeyen
🇰🇷 금연의 (geumyeon-ui)
🇸🇦 غير المدخن (ghayr almidkhan)
🇨🇿 nekuřácký
🇸🇰 nekouřiaci
🇨🇳 禁止吸烟的 (jìnzhǐ xīyān de)
🇸🇮 ne kadil
🇮🇸 reykingalaus
🇰🇿 темекісіз
🇬🇪 არადახმარები (aradakhmarebi)
🇦🇿 siqaret çəkməyən
🇲🇽 no fumador