CHAINSMOKING Meaning and
Definition
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Chainsmoking, coined as a compound word, refers to the continuous or excessive habit of smoking cigarettes or other tobacco products without substantial interruptions between the consumption of individual cigarettes. The term encompasses the action of lighting and inhaling tobacco smoke from one cigarette immediately after finishing or extinguishing the previous one.
Chainsmoking is characterized by a repetitive and compulsive behavior where the smoker exhibits a strong desire or need to maintain a persistent flow of nicotine intake. The act of chainsmoking typically involves a rapid succession of repetitive smoking sessions with minimal to no intervals in between. Individuals engaged in chainsmoking often exhibit a high level of nicotine dependence, such that they find it challenging to go without smoking for an extended period.
The habit of chainsmoking can have detrimental effects on both the individual's health and the surrounding environment. Prolonged exposure to tobacco smoke increases the risk of developing various health conditions, including respiratory problems, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer. Chainsmokers are at an increased risk due to the higher volume of smoke and toxic substances they inhale.
While chainsmoking may provide temporary relief, relaxation, or satisfaction for the smoker, it can ultimately lead to severe physical and psychological dependency. Breaking the chainsmoking habit often requires significant determination, support, and, in some cases, medical intervention.
Common Misspellings for CHAINSMOKING
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Etymology of CHAINSMOKING
The word "chainsmoking" is a compound word formed by combining the words "chain" and "smoking".
The word "chain" comes from the Old English word "cēn", meaning "a series of connected links". This eventually evolved into the Middle English word "cheyne" with a similar meaning. The word "chain" was adopted into English from the Old French word "chaine" around the 13th century.
The word "smoking" has its origins in the Old English word "smocian", meaning "to emit smoke". It is related to the Middle Dutch word "smoken" and the Old High German word "smocchōn", both of which also mean "to emit smoke". Over time, "smoking" came to specifically refer to the act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or other substances.
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