smoker

/ˈsmɔkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who smokes, especially one who smokes regularly or in large quantities.

“She was a heavy smoker and had to quit due to health concerns.”

2. noun

A device, such as a machine or a chimney, that produces smoke.

“The old factory’s smoker had to be replaced due to its inefficiency.”

3. noun

A grill or oven for cooking meat, especially for barbecue.

“The family used a smoker to prepare the ribs for their outdoor party.”

4. verb

To smoke (a cigarette, cigar, etc.); to inhale and exhale smoke.

“She smokes when she’s stressed.”

5. verb

To expose something to smoke or heat in order to preserve or flavour it.

“The chef smokes the salmon to give it a unique flavor.”

6. verb

To kill or destroy something, especially by exposing it to smoke or heat.

“The fire will smoke out the insects in the wood.”

Synonyms

  • chewer
  • puff
  • vaporer

Antonyms

  • ex-smoker
  • non-smoker