chain smoker
A 'chain smoker' describes someone who frequently lights a new cigarette immediately after finishing the last one, often indicating a high level of nicotine dependence.
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Definition
B2General
(common, informal)A person who smokes cigarettes one after another with minimal or no breaks.
Example
- He's a chain smoker, rarely seen without a cigarette in his hand.
C1Health
(technical)An individual who smokes cigarettes continuously, often indicating severe nicotine addiction.
Example
- Doctors warned him about the health risks associated with being a chain smoker.
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