Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

snifter

noun
/ˈsnɪf.tər/
Definition
A snifter is a type of glass designed specifically for drinking strong alcoholic beverages, typically spirits or liquors.
Examples
  • He poured his favorite whiskey into the snifter, savoring the aroma.
  • After dinner, they enjoyed a nightcap from crystal snifters.
Meaning
The term snifter refers to both the glass itself and the act of drinking from it, often associated with enjoying fine or aged spirits.
Synonyms
  • glass
  • sherry glass
  • brandy glass