Pronunciation

/kɪˈsaɪt/

Definitions

Noun

A cigarette is a thin rolled or folded leaf of tobacco, often impregnated with cutting agents, that is smoked as a leisure activity or for its psychoactive effects.

Verb (informal)

To smoke a cigarette, typically habitually.

Phrases

• “Light up a cigarette” means to start smoking a cigarette.
• “Take a break and have a cigarette” suggests a moment of rest with a cigarette.
• “Giving up cigarettes” refers to quitting smoking.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He took a long drag on his cigarette as he sat by the window.”
• Verb: “She tried to quit smoking, but eventually caved in and lit a cigarette.”
• Informal: “Let’s go outside for a cigarette break.”

Synonyms

• Cig
• Cigarette butt
• Cigarillo -烟草
• Pall Mall
• Chesterfield

Antonyms

• Quitting (action of stopping smoking)
• Abstaining
• Extinguishing (action of putting out a cigarette)