cigarette case

Thân thiện

A gentleman places a silver cigarette case into his jacket pocket.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A small, flat container for holding cigarettes: A "cigarette case" is a portable case, typically made of metal, leather, or another rigid material, designed to protect cigarettes from being crushed. It is shaped to be carried conveniently in a pocket or purse.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • He pulled a silver cigarette case from his jacket pocket.
  • Her elegant cigarette case was engraved with her initials.

Advanced Usage

• As a period accessory: The term often evokes a specific era (e.g., early to mid-20th century) when such cases were common fashion accessories for smokers.
  • The antique cigarette case in the museum displayed intricate Art Deco designs.

Variants and Related Words

• Cigarette holder (n): A different object, typically a tube for holding a single cigarette while smoking.
  • She used a long, slender cigarette holder.

Synonyms

• Cigarette box: A similar container, though "box" may imply a slightly larger or less pocket-sized item.
• Cigarette tin: Specifically denotes a case made of tin.

Related Phrases

• To offer a cigarette from one's case: A phrase describing a social gesture.
  • He opened his cigarette case and offered one to his guest.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a small flat case for holding cigarettes; can be carried in a purse or a pocket