Definition of Snuff
Snuff
Snuff
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A preparation of finely ground tobacco leaves for sniffing or chewing.
e.g. The actor had to learn to take snuff for his role in the period drama.
(verb)
to put out or put an end to something;
e.g. The professor snuffed out all her hopes and wishes of ever being capable of getting into medical school.
(verb)
to inhale sharply as to smell something;
e.g. After snuffing around for a bit, the dog was finally able to find his hidden chew toy.
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