Definition of Snuff

to put out a flame

Examples of Snuff in a sentence

Blowing out the flicker quickly, the boy was able to snuff out the candle and hop into bed before his mother walked into the room.  🔊

The firemen arrived at the scene within minutes and were able to snuff out the burning brush pile before it caused any real damage.  🔊

Although the woman lit the lantern several times, strong wind gusts continued to snuff out the flame.  🔊

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