smoker

[ˈsməʊkə(r)]

smoker Definition

  • 1a person who smokes tobacco or other substances
  • 2a device for smoking tobacco, especially a pipe or cigar
  • 3a compartment or area in a public place or vehicle reserved for smokers

Using smoker: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "smoker" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is a heavy smoker and goes through two packs of cigarettes a day.

  • Example

    My grandfather used to smoke a pipe, but he quit when he was diagnosed with lung cancer.

  • Example

    The airplane has a non-smoking section and a smoking section.

  • Example

    The hotel has a designated outdoor area for smokers.

smoker Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for smoker

  • puffer
  • tobacco user
  • cigarette smoker

Phrases with smoker

  • social smoker

    a person who only smokes occasionally, usually in social situations

    Example

    I'm not a regular smoker, just a social smoker when I'm out with friends.

  • a person who smokes continuously, lighting a new cigarette as soon as the previous one is finished

    Example

    My uncle was a chain smoker for most of his life, but he quit after his heart attack.

  • smoke-free

    an area or environment where smoking is not allowed

    Example

    The restaurant is completely smoke-free, so you can enjoy your meal without any secondhand smoke.

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Summary: smoker in Brief

A 'smoker' [ˈsməʊkə(r)] is a person who smokes tobacco or other substances, or a device used for smoking. It can also refer to a designated area for smoking in public places. Phrases like 'social smoker' and 'chain smoker' describe different types of smoking habits. 'Smoke-free' refers to an area where smoking is not allowed.

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