SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

puff

The correct spelling is puff.

How to pronounce puff

/pʌf/
noun

IPA: /pʌf/

Say it like: Puf-f

The correct spelling is puff. The product of flatulence, or the sound of breaking wind. For example: "out of puff"

Usage Examples

out of puff

puff of smoke

cream puff

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The product of flatulence, or the sound of breaking wind.
  2. 2.A male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.
  3. 3.A sharp exhalation of a small amount of breath through the mouth.
  4. 4.The ability to breathe easily while exerting oneself.
  5. 5.A small quantity of gas or smoke in the air.

verb

  1. 1.To emit smoke, gas, etc., in puffs.
  2. 2.To pant.
  3. 3.To advertise.
  4. 4.To blow as an expression of scorn.
  5. 5.To swell with air; to be dilated or inflated.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples