noun Uncommon

sniffing

Sniffing (noun) means the act or sound of inhaling through the nose repeatedly. Example: “The constant sniffing in the room told her he had a cold.”

noun

The act or sound of inhaling through the nose repeatedly.

"The constant sniffing in the room told her he had a cold."

How to use sniffing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRepeated short inhales through the nose.

Common pairings

sniffing sound stop sniffing

Word forms

sniffings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sniffing” mean?

The word “sniffing” means the act or sound of inhaling through the nose repeatedly. In plain terms, repeated short inhales through the nose.

How do you use “sniffing” in a sentence?

Here is “sniffing” used in a sentence: “The constant sniffing in the room told her he had a cold.”

What part of speech is “sniffing”?

“Sniffing” is a noun.

Is “sniffing” a common word?

“Sniffing” is an uncommon word in modern English.