Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

whift

Noun
/wɪft/
Definition
A quick puff or inhalation of air, often associated with a scent or smell.
Examples
  • The whift of fresh coffee filled the air as we entered the café.
  • She took a whift of the blooming flowers in the garden.
  • He caught a whift of smoke as he walked past the barbecue.
Meaning
The act of taking a brief breath, especially when catching a pleasant odor.
Synonyms
  • whiff
  • puff
  • breath