roll of tobacco

Thân thiện

A man buys a roll of tobacco at the market.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A cylindrical form of processed tobacco: A "roll of tobacco" refers to tobacco leaves that have been processed and shaped into a solid, cylindrical form, typically for the purpose of chewing or smoking.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • He pulled a roll of tobacco from his pocket and cut off a piece to chew.
  • In the 19th century, a roll of tobacco was a common item sold in general stores.

Advanced Usage

• The term "roll of tobacco" often refers to a specific, historical form of tobacco preparation, distinct from modern cigarettes or cigars. It implies a certain rustic or traditional method of consumption.

Variants and Related Words

• Plug (of tobacco): A closely related term for a compressed, often rectangular or cylindrical, block of chewing tobacco.
• Twist (of tobacco): Another traditional form where tobacco leaves are twisted into a rope-like shape.

Synonyms

• Chew: A common term for tobacco prepared for chewing, which can come in a rolled form.
• Tobacco plug: A synonym emphasizing the compressed, solid form.

Related Phrases

• Cut a chew: To slice a piece from a roll or plug of tobacco.
  • He used his knife to cut a chew from his roll of tobacco.

Học thuật

Noun

1. tobacco leaves that have been made into a cylinder

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