väistettävien

Väistettävät is a Finnish term that refers to a type of room or space in a house that serves as a convenient withdrawal area for smokers. Historically, vd was a common feature in many Finnish homes, especially in urban areas.

In a typical vd, there would be a designated area for smoking, along with a chair or sofa for sitting. The space might also include a small countertop for placing smoking materials and a waste bin for disposal of cigarette butts. The vd was often located near a window or outside door, allowing smokers to easily exit while minimizing the inconvenience to non-smokers.

The concept of väistettävät emerged as a practical solution to address the issue of secondhand smoke in homes. Prior to the widespread adoption of smoking bans in public spaces and private homes, many smokers would continue to smoke indoors, often despite the objections of other household members. Vd provided a compromise, allowing smokers to indulge their habit in a designated area while minimizing the impact on others.

The term "väistettävät" itself literally means "the thing that can be moved aside" or "the thing that can be stepped aside from," likely referencing the vd's design as a space that could be easily cleared of smoke and other odors when not in use.