Snuff facts for kids
Snuff is a type of tobacco that people use by sniffing it instead of smoking it. In the past, people would take a small amount of snuff between their fingers and place it near their nostrils to smell it. While not many people use snuff today, it was very common a century or more ago.
What is Snuff?
Snuff is made from tobacco leaves that are dried and ground into a fine powder. Unlike other tobacco products, it is not burned or smoked. Instead, it is used by inhaling the powder through the nose. This method of using tobacco was popular for a long time before cigarettes became common.
How Was Snuff Used?
People who used snuff would often carry it in a special container called a "snuffbox." These boxes were sometimes very fancy and made from valuable materials. When someone wanted to use snuff, they would open their snuffbox, take a pinch of the powder, and bring it to their nose. It was a social custom for many years, especially among wealthy people.
Snuff in History and Literature
Snuff was a very common habit in the 18th and 19th centuries. Many famous people, including kings, queens, and writers, used it. You can often read about characters taking snuff in the novels of 19th century authors like Charles Dickens. These stories show how snuff was a part of daily life and social gatherings during that time. The snuffbox itself became a symbol of status and fashion.
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In Spanish: Snuff para niños
