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Meaning of puff
A sudden, brief burst of air or wind.
Etymology of puff
The word "puff" originated in the mid-15th century, from the Old French word "puffer," which is derived from the Latin word "puffare," meaning to blow or puff
Historically, the word "puff" was used to describe a sudden, brief burst of air or wind, and over time its meaning expanded to include other related concepts, such as a small quantity of smoke or a thing of no solid foundation
Synonyms
Definitions
- A sudden brief burst of air or wind
- A small quantity of smoke, air, or gas emitted or expelled
- A thing of no solid foundation or substance, a mere pretence or show
Usage Examples
- The firework ended with a loud puff of smoke
- She let out a puff of air and continued running
- The comedian's joke was just a puff of empty words