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cigarette

Pronunciation: /sɪgəˈrɛt/
(US also cigaret)
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Definition of cigarette

noun

  • a thin cylinder of finely cut tobacco rolled in paper for smoking.
  • an object similar to a cigarette containing a narcotic or herbal substance.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French, diminutive of cigare (see cigar)

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Definition of cigarette in the US English dictionary

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