First Known Use: 1678
Dictionary
1snuffy
adjective \ˈsnə-fē\
Definition of SNUFFY
1
: quick to become annoyed or take offense
2
: marked by snobbery
Origin of SNUFFY
4snuff
2snuffy
adjective
Definition of SNUFFY
1
: soiled with snuff
2
: resembling snuff
3
a : addicted to the use of snuff b : having unpleasant habits
Origin of SNUFFY
6snuff
First Known Use: 1765
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