Meaning of the word sniff in English

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sniff

US /snɪf/

UK /snɪf/

draw in air audibly through the nose to detect a smell, to stop the nose from running, or to express contempt

Example:

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The dog began to sniff at the stranger's shoes.

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She gave a disdainful sniff at his suggestion.

Synonym:

smell inhale scent whiff snuffle

an act or sound of sniffing

Example:

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He gave a quick sniff of the air.

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I heard a little sniff from the corner of the room.

Synonym:

whiff smell inhale snuffle

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