waft

verb
UK: /wɒft/
US: /wɑːft/

  1. To float or be carried through the air, often gently.

    1. I smelled the scent of flowers waft by.
    2. The smell of baking bread would waft from the kitchen each morning, filling the house.

  2. To send or convey something such as a smell or sound through the air.

    1. A gentle breeze wafts the leaves.
    2. The band's music wafted over the crowd, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.

Synonyms

drift scent puff float odor carry breeze
waft noun

  1. A gentle movement of air; a puff or gust.

    1. I felt a waft of cool air.
    2. A sudden waft of perfume told her that Sarah had entered the room behind her.

  2. A scent or odor carried through the air.

    1. There was a waft of smoke.
    2. A strong waft of garlic emanating from the restaurant made him incredibly hungry.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "waft" in English means: To float or be carried through the air, often gently., To send or convey something such as a smell or sound through the air..

The phonetic transcription of "waft" is /wɒft/ in British English and /wɑːft/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "waft": drift, scent, puff, float, odor, carry, breeze.

Example usage of "waft": "I smelled the scent of flowers waft by.". More examples on the page.