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DictionarysnifterSmall alcoholic drink
noun

snifter

SNIF-ter/ˈsnɪftər/

A rounded drinking glass designed for liquor.

The empty snifter has a rounded bowl and a short stem.

An empty clear brandy snifter shows a wide rounded bowl, short stem and narrower rim; glass form central, no drinking person or brand.
Etymology
sniftEnglishsniff, snivel
+erEnglishrepeated action

Snift with a repeated-action ending meant “sniffle.” Its connection to liquor may involve snuff-taking and the nasal reaction it causes; the noun meant a small drink, then a full glass of liquor, then the drinking vessel itself.

In context

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Whisky glassware comparisons review of sorts. Glencairn Neat Norlan 1920s Blenders snifter

More examples

  • She pours a little brandy into a snifter.
  • He gently warms the snifter between his palms.
  • Two clean snifters sit beside the liquor cabinet.

Forms

snifter · snifters

Similar words

glass
A broader term covering many shapes and types of drinkware.
goblet
Usually has a taller stem and holds wine or water.
tumbler
Lacks a stem and commonly holds liquor or mixed drinks.