Definition

A device used for smoking tobacco, which consists of a bowl for the tobacco, a water chamber, and a long tube through which the smoke is inhaled.

Example

They gathered around the nargile to enjoy the flavored smoke together.

Conversation

Have you ever tried smoking from a nargile?

Yeah, I did once at a friend's place, and it was really smooth.

I love how the flavors come through when you use a nargile.

Totally! It's a fun way to relax with friends too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nargile → The word 'nargile' originates from Turkish 'nargile', which means a water pipe or hookah used for smoking. It is derived from Persian 'nargil', meaning coconut, referring to the coconut shell often used in traditional hookah designs. The term describes a specific type of water pipe used for smoking flavored tobacco.

Memory Tip

Imagine a water pipe ('nargile') that often uses a coconut shell ('nargil') for its design — this helps you remember that 'nargile' refers to a smoking device.

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