Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cigarette-stub
Noun
ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt stʌb
Definition
The small remnant of a cigarette that remains after it has been smoked.
Examples
- He tossed the cigarette-stub onto the ground, not caring about the litter.
- The ashtray was filled with cigarette-stubs from the night before.
- She picked up the cigarette-stub and frowned at the waste of resources.
Meaning
It is the part of a cigarette that is left when the rest has been consumed, typically consisting of the filter and a small amount of unsmoked tobacco.
Synonyms
- butt
- cigarette end
- remnant
