Pronunciation: [nˌɒnsmˈə͡ʊkə] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of the word meaning someone who does not smoke is "nonsmoker" or "non-smoker". The word is spelled with a double "n" and without a hyphen to indicate that it is a compound word made up of "non" meaning "not" and "smoker". The IPA phonetic transcription for "nonsmoker" is /ˌnɑn.ˈsmoʊ.kər/. It can also be spelled with a hyphen as "non-smoker", but the preferred spelling is without a hyphen.
A nonsmoker is an individual who does not engage in the act of smoking tobacco or any other substance. This term is typically used to describe someone who does not possess the habit or addiction of inhaling and exhaling smoke produced from burning tobacco, including cigarettes, cigars, or pipes.
A nonsmoker, as opposed to a smoker, does not regularly consume or use tobacco products, nor does the individual partake in the associated rituals of smoking. This term encompasses individuals who have never smoked, as well as those who have made a conscious decision to quit smoking and have successfully abstained from it.
Nonsmokers generally tend to have better overall health compared to smokers, as they are not exposed to the harmful effects of tobacco smoke, including numerous carcinogenic compounds. They are less likely to develop various smoking-related diseases such as lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory issues. Additionally, nonsmokers are not subject to the distinctive odor and staining associated with smoking, and they can generally enjoy enhanced taste and smell sensations.
In public spaces, nonsmokers are often granted certain privileges, such as access to smoke-free environments, both indoors and outdoors, that aim to protect their health and well-being. Overall, a nonsmoker refers to an individual who actively avoids, resists, or refrains from smoking and does not partake in the behavior or consumption associated with tobacco smoke.
The word "nonsmoker" is a compound word derived from "non-" and "smoker".
The prefix "non-" is a Latin-derived prefix meaning "not" or "without". It is commonly used to indicate negation or absence of the following term.
The word "smoker" refers to someone who engages in the act of smoking, particularly tobacco or other substances.
Therefore, "nonsmoker" is formed by combining "non-" with "smoker" to describe a person who does not smoke or engage in the act of smoking. The word is used to distinguish individuals who do not smoke from those who do.
