2syllables
snuffing
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snuffing is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, snuffing is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofsnuffing
1verb
- To inhale through the nose.
- To turn up the nose and inhale air, as an expression of contempt; hence, to take offence.
1verb
- To extinguish a candle or oil-lamp flame by covering the burning end of the wick until the flame is suffocated.
- To trim the burnt part of a candle wick.
- To kill a person; to snuff out.
1noun
- The act by which a candle, etc. is snuffed out.
- The act of one who, or that which, snuffs or makes a low sniffing sound.
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