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noun

IPA: /tʌf/

Say it like: Tuf-f

The correct spelling is tuff. A light porous rock, now especially a rock composed of compacted volcanic ash varying in size from fine sand to coarse gravel. For example: "The tent, made of tough canvas, held up to many abuses."

Usage Examples

The tent, made of tough canvas, held up to many abuses.

To soften a tough cut of meat, the recipe suggested simmering it for hours.

Only a tough species will survive in the desert.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A light porous rock, now especially a rock composed of compacted volcanic ash varying in size from fine sand to coarse gravel.

adjective

  1. 1.Strong and resilient; sturdy.
  2. 2.(of food) Difficult to cut or chew.
  3. 3.Rugged or physically hardy.
  4. 4.Stubborn.
  5. 5.(of weather etc) Harsh or severe.

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