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snuff

 

[ snʌf ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

tobacco

A powdered tobacco that is inhaled through the nose, often used as a stimulant or for its supposed medicinal properties.

Synonyms

rappee, tobacco powder

Examples of usage

  • The use of snuff was popular in the 18th century.
  • She took a pinch of snuff before the meeting.
Context #2 | Verb

extinguish

To extinguish a candle or flame by pinching or pressing it between fingers.

Synonyms

extinguish, quench

Examples of usage

  • She snuffed out the candle before going to bed.
  • He snuffed the candle with his fingertips.

Translations

Translations of the word "snuff" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rapé

🇮🇳 सूँघना

🇩🇪 Schnupftabak

🇮🇩 tembakau hirup

🇺🇦 нюхати

🇵🇱 tabaka

🇯🇵 嗅ぎタバコ

🇫🇷 prise

🇪🇸 rapé

🇹🇷 enfiye

🇰🇷 코담배

🇸🇦 شمة

🇨🇿 šňupací tabák

🇸🇰 šňupavý tabak

🇨🇳 鼻烟

🇸🇮 snus

🇮🇸 neftóbak

🇰🇿 шегуге арналған темекі

🇬🇪 სუნთქვა

🇦🇿 burunotu

🇲🇽 rapé

Etymology

The word 'snuff' originated in the late 17th century and is derived from the Dutch word 'snuf', meaning 'a sniff or a pinch'. It was initially used to refer to the action of sniffing or inhaling something, before later evolving to specifically refer to powdered tobacco.

See also: snuffle.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,582, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.