sniff stick

noun

A pocket-sized tube containing essential oils and menthol that are inhaled to clear nasal passages, boost focus, or relieve nausea.

Meanings

nounsniff stick (plural sniff sticks)

plural sniff sticks

  1. A pocket-sized tube containing essential oils and menthol that are inhaled to clear nasal passages, boost focus, or relieve nausea.
  2. A medicated nasal inhaler.
  3. A standardized, pen-like testing tool used in clinical research to evaluate human olfactory (sense of smell) function.
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APA

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Chicago

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