Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cigarette-butt

noun
/ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt bʌt/
Definition
The small, remaining end of a cigarette after it has been smoked.
Examples
  • After the party, there were cigarette-butts scattered all over the ground.
  • He kicked the cigarette-butt into the gutter.
  • Many cities have banned the public disposal of cigarette-butts to keep the streets clean.
Meaning
A cigarette-butt is the part of a cigarette that is left after the majority of it has been consumed. It typically consists of the paper and the filter and is often discarded improperly, contributing to litter.
Synonyms
  • cigarette remnant
  • smoking refuse
  • smoking waste