sniffer

noun — 3 senses

sniffer

noun

US /ˈsnɪfɚ/

Etymology From sniff + -er.

1

One who sniffs.

2

Informal The nose.

3

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Networking, Physical sciences, Sciences A software or hardware tool for intercepting and logging network traffic.

Derived terms
diaper sniffer, glue sniffer, jock sniffer, packet sniffer, people sniffer, petrol sniffer, posy sniffer, sniffer dog, sniffer plane, throne sniffer

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