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Meaning of snuff out
The primary meaning of "snuff out" is to extinguish or put an end to something, often suddenly or forcefully.
Etymology of snuff out
The phrase "snuff out" originated in the 16th century, derived from the verb "snuff," which means to extinguish or put out a flame, especially by pinching or cutting off the wick
Historically, the phrase was used literally to describe the act of extinguishing a candle or other flame, but it has since been extended to figurative uses, such as eliminating or suppressing something
Synonyms
extinguish
eliminate
eradicate
destroy
annihilate
obliterate
wipe out
stamp out
crush
quash
suppress
put out
douse
smother
stifle
choke
suffocate
asphyxiate
kill
slay
murder
assassinate
terminate
end
finish
abolish
cancel
nullify
invalidate
Definitions
- To extinguish or put out a flame or fire
- * To bring something to an end, often suddenly or forcefully
- * To suppress or eliminate something, such as a rumor or a movement
Usage Examples
- The firefighters worked to snuff out the remaining flames
- * The government tried to snuff out the rebellion with military force
- * The rumor was quickly snuffed out by the company's spokesperson