noun
passive smoking; second-hand smoking
Refers to inhaling smoke from others' cigarettes, often in public health contexts. Contrasts with 能動喫煙 (active smoking).
See also: 能動喫煙
受動喫煙の防止が法律で強化された。
Prevention of passive smoking has been strengthened by law.
レストランでの受動喫煙を避けたい。
I want to avoid second-hand smoke in restaurants.