sniffs
Translation
sniffs
Examples
The dog gave a few sniffs at the post.
The dog gave a few sniffs at the post.
Grammar Patterns
a few/several sniffs an act of sniffing The dog gave a few sniffs at the post.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inhalation, scent, whiff
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of drawing air in through the nose to smell something.
Memory Tips
One sound is 'a sniff'. Multiple sounds are 'sniffs'. Think of a detective's dog following a trail.