Meaning of the word "sniff out" in English

What does "sniff out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sniff out

US /snɪf aʊt/
UK /snɪf aʊt/

Phrasal Verb

to discover or detect something, often something hidden or difficult to find

Example:
The police dog was trained to sniff out drugs.
She has a talent for sniffing out a good bargain.