Snuffs Meaning in English
word · lemma: snuff
Definition
'Snuffs' is the third person singular form of 'snuff.' It means to inhale through the nose with a short breath, or to put out a candle or lamp by pinching or covering the flame.
Usage & Nuances
Formal in the extinguishing-flame sense ('snuffs out a candle'). Slightly old-fashioned for the sense of sniffing. Used mainly in descriptions and narratives. Not interchangeable with 'sniffs' (which means simply to smell). 'Snuff out' is also used metaphorically (e.g., 'snuffs out hope').
Example Sentences
She snuffs the candle before going to bed.
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The dog snuffs around the garden for interesting smells.
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He snuffs when he smells something strange.
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She quietly snuffs out the lamps before leaving the room.
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He snuffs a little, trying to catch the scent of dinner.
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The wind snuffs out the last candle on the porch.
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