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Definition of vape

vape

/veɪp/
vape
Plural:vapes
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Past Simple:vaped
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Past Participle:vaped
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Present Participle:vaping
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vape Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An electronic cigarette or similar battery-powered device used for inhaling vapor containing nicotine and flavoring.

Example

"He left his rechargeable vape on the kitchen counter before heading to work."

2

An act of inhaling and exhaling the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device.

Example

"She stepped outside the restaurant for a quick vape before dessert arrived."

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• verb

1

To inhale and exhale the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device.

Example

"Passengers are strictly prohibited from attempting to vape inside the aircraft cabin."

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• Rhymes for vape

• Nearby Words

vantage
vantawng
vanuatu
vape
vaper
vapid
vapidly

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a shortened form of 'vapor' or 'vaporize,' which ultimately derives from the Latin word 'vapor,' meaning steam or exhalation.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vape. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vape
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