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: a device similar to a pair of scissors for cropping and holding the snuff of a candle
—usually used in plural but singular or plural in construction
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
The nickel candle snuffer is part of the retailer’s small business collection, and is the most elegant way to put out that pine tree candle this holiday season.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The new era of Survivor goes hard and fast, and the best way to stave off Jeff Probst’s itchy torch snuffer?
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
And with the right accessories–whether a sleek candle snuffer or brass matchbox sleeve–you’ll quickly master the art of perfect candle etiquette.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2025
Have a proper extinguisher or candle snuffer nearby.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
The torch snuffer came after a member of the show’s crew lodged a similar complaint and Spilo was eliminated and sent home.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 8 May 2025
Refusing to relinquish his new Probst hosting duties, grabbing the snuffer, and snuffing Sol’s torch anyway would have been absolutely epic.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
Wick trimmers, snuffers, and nice matches are always welcome in a candle lover;s household.
—Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 10 Oct. 2024
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Noun
These encompass the Via Con Me Scent to Go, a multifunctional leather holder with a perfumable ceramic stone that doubles as a wireless earbuds case; the Tazza Totem and Cappuccino Cup Holder designed for candles; the Buonanotte candle snuffer and the Zic wick trimmer, among others.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
The nickel candle snuffer is part of the retailer’s small business collection, and is the most elegant way to put out that pine tree candle this holiday season.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The new era of Survivor goes hard and fast, and the best way to stave off Jeff Probst’s itchy torch snuffer?
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
And with the right accessories–whether a sleek candle snuffer or brass matchbox sleeve–you’ll quickly master the art of perfect candle etiquette.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2025
Have a proper extinguisher or candle snuffer nearby.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
The torch snuffer came after a member of the show’s crew lodged a similar complaint and Spilo was eliminated and sent home.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 8 May 2025
Refusing to relinquish his new Probst hosting duties, grabbing the snuffer, and snuffing Sol’s torch anyway would have been absolutely epic.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
Wick trimmers, snuffers, and nice matches are always welcome in a candle lover;s household.
—Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Snuffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snuffer. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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