Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

waft

verb
/wæft/
Definition
To pass lightly or smoothly through the air or over a surface.
Examples
  • The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the kitchen.
  • A soft melody wafted through the open window.
  • Smoke began to waft from the campfire, filling the air with its rich scent.
Meaning
When something moves gently through the air, often carrying a scent or sound.
Synonyms
  • Drift
  • Float
  • Carry
  • Glide