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sniffy

/snɪfi/ adjective · British & US
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What does sniffy mean?

adjective

Having a keen sense of smell; smelling strongly or unpleasantly. Also, fussy or finicky.

Example

"The sniffy dog detected the scent of the treat from a mile away."

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