snuffy

snuffy
I. adjective Etymology: 4snuff Date: 1678 1. quick to become annoyed or take offense 2. marked by snobbery II. adjective Etymology: 6snuff Date: 1765 1. soiled with snuff 2. resembling snuff 3. a. addicted to the use of snuff b. having unpleasant habits

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