Pronunciation

/ˈsnʌfər/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A snuffer is a tool used to extinguish candles by cutting off the oxygen supply to the flame. It typically consists of a cone-shaped metal cup attached to a handle.

Examples

1. “She used a snuffer to put out the candles after the dinner party.”

2. “The antique snuffer was a prized possession in the family’s collection of candle accessories.”

Synonyms

1. Extinguisher

2. Wick trimmer

Antonyms

1. Lighter

2. Igniter

Additional Information

Snuffers are often used in religious ceremonies, rituals, and during candlelit dinners to safely extinguish candles without blowing them out.