1. draws air audibly up through the nose
Usage: third person singular present
2. smells something by drawing air through the nose
Usage: third person singular present
3. shows contempt or disdain
Usage: third person singular present; informal

1. acts of drawing air through the nose
Usage: plural

Examples

• She sniffs when she has a cold.
• The dog sniffs around the yard looking for treats.
• He sniffs at modern art, preferring classical paintings.
• The detective sniffs the air for clues.
• Her sniffs could be heard across the quiet room.
• The wine expert sniffs the cork before tasting.
• She gave a few sniffs before answering the question.