1. powdered tobacco that is inhaled through the nose

1. to extinguish a candle or flame by pinching or covering
2. to inhale through the nose
3. to kill or eliminate
Usage: slang

Examples

• He kept a small tin of snuff in his vest pocket.
• She snuffed out the candle before going to bed.
• The old man would snuff tobacco every morning.
• Please snuff the flames before leaving the campsite.
• The dog began to snuff around the garden for treats.
• She snuffed out all the birthday candles at once.