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Raretuff
The correct spelling is tuff.
How to pronounce tuff
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.A light porous rock, now especially a rock composed of compacted volcanic ash varying in size from fine sand to coarse gravel.
adjective
- 1.Strong and resilient; sturdy.
- 2.(of food) Difficult to cut or chew.
- 3.Rugged or physically hardy.
- 4.Stubborn.
- 5.(of weather etc) Harsh or severe.
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