Meaning & Definition of word "Smoking"

noun:

• 1. The practice or habit of inhaling smoke from tobacco or other substances.
  • Example: Her smoking has led her to consider quitting for health reasons.
• 2. The emission of smoke, particularly as a sign of fire or combustion.
  • Example: The smoking from the chimney indicated that dinner was being cooked.

verb:

• 1. The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of burning tobacco or other substances.
  • Example: He has been smoking since he was a teenager.
• 2. The act of producing smoke, often as a result of combustion.
  • Example: The campfire was smoking, filling the air with a pleasant aroma.

adjective:

• 1. Referring to the action or habit of smoking, often used in contexts related to tobacco or similar substances.
  • Example: The smoking section in the restaurant was isolated from the rest of the diners.
• 2. Having smoke as a characteristic; often used in culinary contexts to describe food that has been infused with smoke flavor.
  • Example: She served a delicious dish with smoking salmon and cream sauce.