sniffing
verbHow many syllables in sniffing?
There are 2 syllables in the word sniffing.Divide sniffing into syllables:
sniff · ing
How to pronounce sniffing:
Definition of sniffing:
- sniffing (verb):
- to inhale through the nose especially for smelling
- to inhale through the nose in short audible breaths
Synonyms for sniffing:
breathe in
inhale
inhaling
nosing
scenting
smelling
snuff
snuffing
snuffle
whiffing
Antonyms for sniffing:
exhaling
holding nose
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