tobacco

/ˈtɒbəkoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant of the nightshade family, the leaves of which are used in making cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products.

“The tobacco industry has faced numerous health-related lawsuits over the years.”

2. noun

smoked tobacco, especially in the form of cigarettes or cigars.

“He lit a cigarette and took a long drag on the tobacco.”

3. noun

a substance obtained from the dried leaves of the tobacco plant, used as a stimulant.

“The use of tobacco as a stimulant is highly discouraged due to its addictive nature.”

4. verb

to cultivate or grow tobacco.

“The farmer decided to tobacco the land with a new crop.”

5. verb

to smoke or use tobacco.

“She tried to tobacco less often to improve her health.”

Synonyms

  • cigarette
  • nicotine

Antonyms

  • cannabis
  • herb