smoking
UK: ˈsməʊkɪŋ | US: ˈsmoʊkɪŋ
n. the act of inhaling and exhaling tobacco smoke
n. the process of preserving or flavoring food by exposing it to smoke
adj. emitting smoke; resembling smoke
The word "smoking" originates from the Old English smocian, meaning "to emit smoke," derived from smoca (smoke). The root smok- is linked to the Proto-Germanic smuk- (to smoke), reflecting the visible vapor produced by combustion. The suffix -ing transforms the verb into a noun or adjective, indicating an ongoing action or state. Historically, "smoking" evolved from describing literal smoke emission to specifically denote tobacco use by the 17th century, paralleling the global spread of tobacco culture.
Smoking is prohibited in this building for health reasons.
He enjoys smoking salmon over a wood fire.
The smoking chimney indicated the factory was operational.
She quit smoking last year to improve her lung capacity.
The room smelled of smoking incense.