Cigar

sɪˈɡɑːr

Meaning & Definition

noun

A cylindrical roll of tobacco that is smoked.

He enjoyed a fine cigar while relaxing on the porch.

A similar product made of other substances, typically for smoking.

They are experimenting with herbal cigars as a tobacco alternative.

A treat or reward, often used informally.

After finishing the project, he promised himself a cigar to celebrate.

From Spanish 'cigarro', from 'ciga', a type of tobacco leaf.

light a cigar

to start smoking a cigar.

cigar aficionado

a person who enjoys and is knowledgeable about cigars.

the cigar is a metaphor

referring to something that seems to be what it is.

tobacco

A plant whose leaves are dried and fermented for smoking or chewing.

pipe

A device used for smoking, typically crafted from wood, with a bowl for the tobacco.

cigarette

A small cylinder of finely cut tobacco rolled in paper for smoking.

Stogie

He pulled out a stogie from his pocket during the party.

Stick

After dinner, he relaxed with a stick in hand.