tobacco

noun C1

Meaning

Tobacco refers to the processed leaves of the Nicotiana plant, primarily cultivated for its psychoactive properties due to the presence of nicotine, and is predominantly used in the production of cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless tobacco products. Its con
💡 While "tobacco" is often colloquially associated with smoking, it encompasses a broader range of products and methods of consumption, including chewing tobacco and snuff, which may carry different health implications.

Example Sentences

The company increased profits by expanding its tobacco product range .
The government imposed new taxes on tobacco to reduce consumption .
The government imposed strict regulations on tobacco advertising to protect public health .
Tobacco consumption has significant health impacts studied extensively in public health .

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