Definition of "sniff test" in Anglais

Noun

1. An informal check of an idea or proposal, using one's common sense or sense of propriety.

   • but does it pass the sniff test?
   • but it doesn't pass the sniff test

2. An inspection of an object using the sense of smell, as for freshness of food or cleanliness of clothing.

Noun

1. A fluoroscopic medical test during which the examinee is asked to "sniff" (quickly breathe in through the nose); diaphragm fluoroscopy.