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snuff2
- pronunciation:
- snuhf
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the portion of a candlewick that is charred from burning.
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
snuffed, snuffing, snuffs |
| definition 1: |
to put out or extinguish (a burning candle or the like, often fol. by out).
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| definition 2: |
to bring to an abrupt end; destroy; kill (usu. fol. by out).
Her life was suddenly snuffed out. |
| related words: |
quench, stifle |
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