waft (Meaning)
waft (n)
a long flag; often tapering
waft (v)
be driven or carried along, as by the air
blow gently
waft (v. t.)
To give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon.
To cause to move or go in a wavy manner, or by the impulse of waves, as of water or air; to bear along on a buoyant medium; as, a balloon was wafted over the channel.
To cause to float; to keep from sinking; to buoy.
waft (v. i.)
To be moved, or to pass, on a buoyant medium; to float.
waft (n.)
A wave or current of wind.
A signal made by waving something, as a flag, in the air.
An unpleasant flavor.
A knot, or stop, in the middle of a flag.
Synonyms & Antonyms of waft
waft Sentence Examples
- The floral fragrance wafted through the air, carried by a gentle breeze.
- The sweet scent of honeysuckle wafted over the garden fence, inviting birds to visit.
- The smoke from the campfire wafted up into the night sky, signaling the end of a long day.
- The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted from the kitchen, tantalizing our senses.
- The pungent odor of garbage wafted through the alley, making us wrinkle our noses.
- The soft breeze wafted through the open window, bringing a refreshing burst of cool air.
- The sound of distant music wafted across the meadow, providing a serene soundtrack to our evening stroll.
- The faint smell of ozone wafted in the air after a thunderstorm, indicating a cleansing presence.
- The scent of pine needles wafted through the forest, invigorating our tired bodies.
- The whisper of the wind wafted through the trees, creating a soothing melody that eased our minds.
FAQs About the word waft
a long flag; often tapering, be driven or carried along, as by the air, blow gentlyTo give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon., To ca
breath,breeze, puff,air, whiff, zephyr, flurry, westerly, gale, current
calm,calm,,
The floral fragrance wafted through the air, carried by a gentle breeze.
The sweet scent of honeysuckle wafted over the garden fence, inviting birds to visit.
The smoke from the campfire wafted up into the night sky, signaling the end of a long day.
The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted from the kitchen, tantalizing our senses.
