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tobacco
[tuh-bak-oh]
noun
plural
tobaccos, tobaccoesany of several plants belonging to the genus Nicotiana, of the nightshade family, especially one of those species, as N. tabacum, whose leaves are prepared for smoking or chewing or as snuff.
the prepared leaves, as used in cigarettes, cigars, and pipes.
any product or products made from such leaves.
any of various similar plants of other genera.
tobacco
/ təˈbækəʊ /
noun
any of numerous solanaceous plants of the genus Nicotiana, having mildly narcotic properties, tapering hairy leaves, and tubular or funnel-shaped fragrant flowers. The species N. tabacum is cultivated as the chief source of commercial tobacco
the leaves of certain of these plants dried and prepared for snuff, chewing, or smoking
Other Word Forms
- tobaccoless adjective
- antitobacco adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of tobacco1
Word History and Origins
Origin of tobacco1
Example Sentences
Louise has worked around the world with dogs detecting firearms, explosives and tobacco, but said Henry was one of a growing number involved in conservation detecting and tackling wildlife crime.
The tobacco industry’s sales were up right until the moment they weren’t.
In front of him was a small, green propane tank affixed with a torch, which he said he uses to cook and form wood pipes for tobacco and cannabis.
Murdaugh is a sweaty, volatile mess, addicted to painkillers he hides in a chewing tobacco tin.
It’s replaced chewing tobacco, a habit Zahn quit about four years ago, and it’s come in handy for his portrayal of a coach who needs a nervous habit while praying for wins.
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