smoke Definition
- 1the visible grey, white, or black gas that is given off by something burning
- 2a cigarette or cigar
- 3a cloud of smoke or fumes
Using smoke: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "smoke" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The smoke from the fire was visible for miles.
Example
He took a long drag on his cigarette and exhaled a cloud of smoke.
Example
The room was filled with smoke from the burning incense.
smoke Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with smoke
Example
All of our plans for the weekend went up in smoke when it started raining.
used to say that if people are saying that someone has done something wrong, there is usually a good reason for it
Example
I heard that he got fired for stealing from the company. No smoke without fire, I guess.
Example
The factory burned down and all of our hard work went up in smoke.
Origins of smoke
from Old English 'smoca'
Summary: smoke in Brief
The term 'smoke' [smoʊk] refers to the visible gas given off by burning material, as well as cigarettes or cigars. It can also denote a cloud of smoke or fumes. Phrases like 'go up in smoke' and 'no smoke without fire' use the term metaphorically to describe failure or suspicion.