Meaning & Definition of word "Snuff"

Snuff

/snʌf/

1. A powdered tobacco that is inhaled through the nose.
- Example: He enjoys a flavorful snuff while relaxing in his armchair.
2. The act of extinguishing something, especially a candle.
- Example: The snuff of the candle left a small wisp of smoke in the air.

1. To extinguish (a candle or flame) by pinching or smothering.
- Example: She reached out to snuff the candle before leaving the room.
2. To inhale (powdered tobacco) through the nose.
- Example: He took out his snuff and offered some to his friends at the gathering.
3. To detect or sense something, often used with an implication of forewarning.
- Example: The dog began to snuff around the garden, sensing something unusual.

Middle English 'snuffe', possibly related to Old English 'snufian' meaning to snuff or sniff.

snuff it out:

To extinguish something entirely.

snuff out:

To eliminate someone or something.

take snuff:

To consume powdered tobacco by inhalation.

snuffer:

A tool used to extinguish candles.

suffocate:

To deprive of air or oxygen; to choke.

Meaning: To kill or eliminate someone.

Example Sentence: They want to snuff him out before he talks.

Meaning: To take a hit of a drug.

Example Sentence: He snuffed some powder before the party.