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waft Definition and Meaning in English (waft definition)

verb
Synonyms:driftfloatcarry
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Waft definition: To move or cause to move gently through the air or over water, often referring to smells or sounds.

Definitions of Waft

  1. 1verb

    To move or cause to move gently through the air or over water, often referring to smells or sounds.

  2. 2noun

    A gentle gust of air, a scent, or a sound carried through the air.

Example Sentences

casual

“The sweet smell of jasmine wafted through the open window.”

casual

“A waft of cool air brought relief from the heat.”

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third person singularwafts
past tensewafted
present participlewafting

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