the visible grey, white, or black gas that is given off by something burning, a cigarette or cigar, a cloud of smoke or fumes

go up in smoke, no smoke without fire, up in smoke

Formal and Informal Expressions of smoke

In different contexts, you can replace 'smoke' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'fumes, vapor' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'ciggy, smokes' is a commonplace synonym.

smoke: Explore its Definition & Usage

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

Synonyms for smoke

Antonyms for smoke

clear air
fresh air

Phrases with smoke

go up in smoke
to come to nothing; to fail completely
Example
All of our plans for the weekend went up in smoke when it started raining.
no smoke without fire
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.
up in smoke
completely destroyed or ruined
Example
The factory burned down and all of our hard work went up in smoke.

Origins of smoke

from Old English 'smoca'

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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.