Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sniff
verb
/snɪf/
Definition
To inhale through the nose audibly, often to detect a smell or scent.
Examples
- She took a deep sniff of the flower to enjoy its fragrance.
- He had to sniff to find out where the smoke was coming from.
- The puppy sniffed around curiously, exploring its new environment.
Meaning
Sniffing is the action of taking in air through the nose, usually to identify an odor or to clear the nasal passages.
Synonyms
- inhalation
- snuffle
- nuzzle
