Sniff test British noun phrase informal mainly UK
The act of doubting the feasibility of a concept or plan of action.
Jack believes his plan will be successful, but it doesn't pass the sniff test for me. I don't think that it will be lucrative.
Used to describe a phrenic nerve test.
We need to do a sniff test, so we can evaluate the function of your diaphragm.
In medicine, a method of detecting bacterial vaginosis (which presents with a fishlike odor).
You should do a sniff test to detect early bacterial vaginosis.
The act of smelling something to check whether it has a fresh odor.
When I gave the shirt the sniff test, I thought that I wouldn't wear it again.
A umpleasant smell that has made something evident
Make something or some place full of foul odor
What's in it for me?
Used to ask what one's problem (with someone or something) is
Said when you do not trust what someone has promised
The phrase originated in the late 20th century.