plural smokers
1
: someone or something that smokes: such as
a
: a person who smokes cigarettes
a heavy smoker
b
: an apparatus with an enclosed chamber that is used for smoking food (as for curing or imparting flavor)
2
: a railroad car or compartment in which smoking is allowed
3
: an informal social gathering for men
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The trial results showed a benefit for both former and current smokers, across all lung‑function severities.
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Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 26 Mar. 2026
At the time, more than 42% of adult Americans were smokers, according to the Surgeon General.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
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Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 26 Mar. 2026
At the time, more than 42% of adult Americans were smokers, according to the Surgeon General.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Use grills or smokers only on gravel or paved surfaces.
—Brandi D. Addison, Oklahoman, 22 Mar. 2026
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“Smoker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smoker. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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