whiff


whiff

verb

Definition of WHIFF

to become aware of by means of the sense organs in the nose <whiffed the pot of chili on the stove and announced that he was staying for dinner>
Synonyms nose, scent, sniff, snuff, whiff
Related Words breathe, drink (in), inhale, respire; snort, snuffle; savor (also savour)

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